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Washington Post Staff Writer
Thursday, December 3, 2009

The middle school years, when nothing seems more important or more impossible than fitting in, are rough for nearly everyone. But they are particularly brutal for preteens such as Will Gilbertsen, whose mild autism makes him stand out.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/12/02/AR2009120202884.html

By Miriam Falco, CNN

November 30, 2009 1:49 a.m. EST

Researchers have shown for the first time that if a child is diagnosed with autism as early as 18 months of age, offering the toddler age-appropriate, effective therapy can lead to raised IQ levels and improved language skills and behavior.

http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/conditions/11/30/autism.study/