The CDC has reported a steady increase in the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder, with one out of every 36 8-year-old children now being identified as autistic. There has been a claim that this increase is due to the...
Visiting a dentist’s office can seem a natural task for some individuals. Still, let’s consider the high-pitched drilling, bright fluorescent lights and uncomfortable poking and prodding. It may be an overwhelming experience for children who are hypersensitive to sounds,...
Professor David Amaral has been researching brain function and behavior for over twenty years since he joined the prestigious UC Davis as part of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in 1995. With a background in neuroscience and...
As the Bakersfield City School District convenes for its Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday evening, discussions and votes will be held regarding potential reductions in employment for various positions and services within the district. The fate of numerous...
It’s a breakthrough for Natasha Nelson, a 35-year-old businesswoman from Stone Mountain, Georgia, when she was finally diagnosed with autism a few years ago. Before that, she had always struggled to understand social norms and behaviors that seemed...
Professor David Amaral has been researching brain function and behavior for over twenty years since he joined the prestigious UC Davis as part of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in 1995. With a background in neuroscience and...
One of the challenges encountered by Autistic children is fear anxiety or trauma during medical trips, which can contribute to their avoidance of healthcare. In fact, children with disabilities are at a significantly higher risk – four times more...
While Autism awareness has significantly improved over the years, children living in under-served areas still face challenges in accessing quality care. Many research studies have shown that African-American children, as well as Latino children, are diagnosed quite late in...
If you live in Sacramento, you probably know the Bay Bridge, where several lights were installed to improve the infrastructure. This may be a cool sight to behold for some, but in most cases, this project is not as...
The pain of a parent witnessing their child struggle is immeasurable. For Meagen Reveles Kuntz, this anguish deepened when she realized her daughter, who depends on special education services, was stagnating and regressing academically. Individualized Education Plan (IEP) For...
