Mad in America
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
T he one-size-fits-all autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis, as configured in the Revised Fifth Edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM- 5-TR), is a clinical catastrophe. Editor’s Note: This blog is also being published on our affiliate site, Mad in the UK. Nothing could be further from the truth.
Child Mind Intitute
JUNE 3, 2025
As the name implies, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) encompasses a range of traits and challenges. When a child is diagnosed with autism, its natural for their family to want to know where they fall along that spectrum and how it will impact their life. This is why the levels of autism were developed.
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Mad in America
JANUARY 11, 2024
This did not stop Sherita from believing that her son was intelligent, as he went on to complete school and higher education with a degree in botany. Unfortunately, these drugs made Tony aggressive and combative, and at one point he knocked Sherita unconscious.
ADDitude
MAY 23, 2025
To support our mission of providing ADHD education and support, please consider subscribing. Pharmacotherapy of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder in Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Combination Therapy for ADHD Timothy E. Wilens, M.D., is a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. Bilkey, T.
ADDitude
MAY 30, 2025
” “I am fearful that a national registry of those identified on the autism spectrum could be used against them rather than to help link them to supports.” It could lead to increased surveillance, reinforce harmful stereotypes, and deepen the stigma that already exists around autism.” Thank you.
Child Mind Intitute
MARCH 21, 2025
IDD and autism Kids with autism sometimes have IDD as well, but IDD and autism spectrum disorder are separate diagnoses. From birth to age 3, all children may be able to get services from each states Early Intervention Program, which is required by federal law under the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Child Mind Intitute
MARCH 24, 2025
But high-functioning autism and low-functioning autism are not official diagnoses, and experts prefer that these outdated terms not be used as they find them misleading and, often, offensive. Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts how a person processes information and communicates. What is high-functioning autism?
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