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Yes, Changes to DSM5 Matter

When I first heard about the changes to the definition of Autism Spectrum Disorders in DSM5 I understood the change was combine the three diagnoses. Another blogger here has written a nice post that such labels don't…
The New DSM Proposed Definition of Autism and What It Means to Us?

There’s been a lot of talk about how the upcoming DSM V definition of autism will affect people on the spectrum. Last week’s news stories really got people talking, especially when one doctors suggested…
Your Child Might Not Be Autistic Tomorrow

The New York Times ran an article about the proposed DSM change for the defintion of autism. Here is a little tidbit I found intersting: The likelihood of being left out under the new definition depended on the ori…
Autism, in plain English

Allow me to explain, in plain English, what autism is. If you have any interest in learning about autism at all, please give this a read. I’ll even keep it short (well, compared to a textbook anyway). Technicall…
The Power of Definitions

From the White House to the school house to your house, a clear definition can prevent a world of trouble. Even the highest office in the land could stand an occasional dictionary review (apparently they don’t t…
Defining Autism

The National Autism Association has this to say about Autism: "Autism impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction, communication s…

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