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Autism

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Autism from early signs and diagnosis through speech, nutrition and adulthood, written for families in Nigeria.

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Understanding Autism: What the Spectrum Really Means
Autism is called a spectrum because no two autistic people are the same. Here is what that really means for communication, senses, strengths and support.
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What Causes Autism? Genetics, Environmental Factors, and Common Myths
What does research actually show about the causes of autism? We explain the role of genetics, prenatal factors, what remains uncertain, and why an association i
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Early Signs of Autism in Babies and Toddlers: When to Seek Support
Signs of autism can often be seen in the first two years. Learn what to look for in communication, play and behaviour, and how to raise your concerns with a pae
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Developmental Milestones: What to Track and When to Ask for an Evaluation
A practical guide to speech, movement, play and social milestones from 6 months to 5 years, how much variation is normal, and when to ask for a developmental ev
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Autism Screening vs. Diagnosis: What Parents Can Expect
Screening and diagnosis are different steps. Learn what screening questionnaires show, what happens in a full assessment, and how to access early support while
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Lab Testing and Autism: What Tests Can—and Cannot—Tell You
No blood test can diagnose autism. Learn how genetic testing may inform care, when other lab tests are useful, and which tests to be cautious about.
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Speech Delay or Autism? Understanding Communication Differences
Many toddlers talk late, and not all of them are autistic. Learn how speech delay and autism overlap, what sets them apart, and why hearing and developmental ch
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Speech Therapy for Autistic Children: Supporting Communication in Every Form
Good speech therapy is about communication, not just speech. Learn how therapists set individual goals, use play, and support gestures, pictures and AAC devices
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Autism and Nutrition: Selective Eating, Nutrient Needs, and Supplement Claims
Many autistic children eat a very limited range of foods. Learn why, which nutrients to watch, how to widen the diet gently, and what the evidence says about sp
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Autism in Adulthood: Diagnosis, Relationships, Work, and Everyday Support
Autistic children grow into autistic adults, and many people are only diagnosed later in life. We look at late diagnosis, self-advocacy, relationships, work and
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Autism

Understanding Autism: What the Spectrum Really Means

What Causes Autism? Genetics, Environmental Factors, and Common Myths

Early Signs of Autism in Babies and Toddlers: When to Seek Support

Developmental Milestones: What to Track and When to Ask for an Evaluation

Autism Screening vs. Diagnosis: What Parents Can Expect

Lab Testing and Autism: What Tests Can—and Cannot—Tell You

Speech Delay or Autism? Understanding Communication Differences

Speech Therapy for Autistic Children: Supporting Communication in Every Form

Autism and Nutrition: Selective Eating, Nutrient Needs, and Supplement Claims

Autism in Adulthood: Diagnosis, Relationships, Work, and Everyday Support

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