Articles written by Doreen Bradley Satter

A significant percentage of children with autism spectrum disorder have gastrointestinal symptoms including diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, gas and reflux.

May 21, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

Many medical complications occur in individuals within the autism spectrum. Many of these conditions can be serious and require the attention of medical specialists,

May 19, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

For young people with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), social expectations are typically a mystery. This become a particular problem as they approach puberty.

May 19, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

Adolescence is the most difficult time for all young people, but for the individual with autism/Asperger's syndrome, it is particularly difficult and painful.

May 19, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

Little League Challenger teams offer children with autism, Asperger's and other disabilities the chance to build confidence, meet new friends and have lots of fun.

May 17, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

Asperger's is a neurologically-based disorder of development, usually of unknown cause, typically affecting social skills, language and communicative skills and behavior.

May 17, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

Autism comprises a wide spectrum of disorders and affects an estimated one in every 150 children. Autism is a form of pervasive developmental disorder (PDD).

May 17, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

The earlier the diagnosis of autism, the better the prognosis. Awareness to early warning signs increases the chances that children can develop normally.

May 16, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter

Research has found a link between autism spectrum diseases and the functions of the gastrointestinal system and the brain. This link appears to be the hormone, secretin.

May 15, 2007 - Doreen Bradley Satter