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autistic [ȯ′tis·tik] (psychology) Pertaining to or characterized by autism. Behavior, most commonly in children, characterized by aphonia, disregard for reality, self-manipulation, and sometimes a preoccupation with pointed or shiny objects. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| ``In most cases, elimination of gluten and casein from an autistic child's (diet) results in dramatic improvements in the child's condition,'' the lawsuit states. It shows a hereditary component; someone with an autistic sibling has an increased risk of being autistic. As the mother of two autistic boys, Kathy Labosh draws upon her experience and hard-earned expertise to write The Child With Autism At Home: The Home-Life Guide which is a succinct compilation of 350 tips for parenting an autistic child in every area of the home environment including the attic, master bedroom, child's bedroom, "the corner", the family room, playroom, music room, kitchen, study, bathroom, broom closet, even the front and back doors. |
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