Autism Spectrum Disorders

• Canadian doctor urges flexible diagnostic approach to autism to reduce wait times

  The Canadian Pediatric Society has released recommendations for a more flexible approach to a diagnostic approach that would include community-based pediatricians, not just doctors and psychiatrists licensed to do so.

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  Oct 24, 2019
  
• Autism might be overdiagnosed, Canadian research suggests

  One researcher blames misdiagnosis by schools, doctors and parents.

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  Aug 22, 2019
  
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• Canadian autism group calls on federal government for national strategy

  To kick off autism month in Canada, the Canadian Autism Spectrum Disorders Alliance (CASDA) released a blueprint for a national strategy for autism spectrum disorders (ASD) Monday morning in Ottawa.

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  Apr 1, 2019
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• Exposure to chemicals in everyday products while pregnant may increase risk of autism: researchers

  To reduce autism risk, researchers from Toronto's York University have identified a laundry list of chemicals to avoid while pregnant, particularly in the first trimester.

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  Oct 27, 2015