Did you know … Autism now affects 1 in 68 children and 1 in 42 boys Autism prevalence figures are growing Autism is the fastest-growing…
19 Action News Investigative Reporter Scott Taylor discovered the shocking new developments in the Ice Bucket Challenge attack on a 15-year-old Bay Village, Ohio…
Drake and J. Cole recently came under fire for lyrics in their song “Jodeci Freestyle” that made light of sufferers of autism. The latter—who rhymes “I’m artistic, you ni–as is autistic, retarded,” on the song—has offered up an apology via a lengthy letter where he explains his regret and remorse over the matter. The Anti-Bullying […]
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its estimate of autism prevalence in the United States to 1 in 88 children (1 in 54 boys and 1 in 252 girls). By comparison, this is more children than are affected by diabetes, AIDS, cancer, cerebral palsy, cystic fibrosis, muscular dystrophy or Down syndrome – […]
Stuart Chaifetz kisses his son Akian Chaifetz, 10, on the head as they play in the backyard of their home in Cherry Hill, N.J., Wednesday, April 25, 2012. After Chaifetz was told that his son Akian was acting violently at his New Jersey school he decided to investigate. Akian’s autism prevented him from being […]
Today begins Autism Awareness Month. Autism is a developmental disorder that appears in the first 3 years of life, and affects the brain’s normal development of social and communication skills. Actress, talk show host and mother of four, Holly Robinson-Peete recently shared on CBS afternoon show, THE TALK about her family’s journey with son RJ […]
Actress, author, activist, and philanthropist Holly Robinson Peete’s son, RJ’s autism was diagnosed 10 years ago and she has been consistent in bringing awareness to the public. Join her support and several other VIPs (Bill Cosby, Deepak Chopra, Susan L. Taylor) for the event on January 10, at Carnegie Hall in New York City for […]
