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If child has autism, siblings may too
If child has autism, siblings may too
Researchers at the University of California, Davis, MIND Institute, found 19 percent of younger siblings of children with autism spectrum disorder developed autism — a rate significantly higher than that of the general population — and if there were two children with autism spectrum disorder in the family, the risk of the third sibling developing autism spectrum disorder increased to more than 32 percent.
People with autism get relaxed about going to the cinema
Autism-friendly cinema screenings being shown over the summer.
Chris was excited and jumpy as he waited in the cinema foyer for his friends to arrive.
“We have never done a cinema trip before,” says his support worker Deman, who has looked after him for 11 years in the house he shares with two other autistic friends.
“He would make too much noise and annoy other people.”
Leeds Art Gallery opens doors for Damien Hirst exhibition
Exciting multisensory equipment for youngsters and their carers. Sounds like fun.
Date Posted: 15/07/11
An exhibition hosting work by controversial artist Damien Hirst has opened at Leeds Art Gallery.
The event is ideal for those on city breaks and is the first time ever that a dedicated display of his work has been seen in Leeds.
It looks at work from his student days, where he studied at Leeds College of Art and Design, and then later pieces which have made him a world-renowned artist.
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