www.aspie-editorial.com

HEADLINES

“Cameras captured chilling break-in at Fla. Home … Byrd and Melanie Billings had a growing brood of adopted children with autism, Down syndrome and other disabilities, and took care to make their nine-bedroom house a safe place for them, wiring it with surveillance cameras in every room.

It was those cameras that captured images of the masked men who shot the wealthy couple to death in a break-in executed with chilling precision.”:

http://www.chron.com/disp/story.mpl/ap/top/all/6527811.html

“7 in custody in Pensacola couple’s slayings”:

http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20090714/ARTICLE/907141049/2062/NEWS?Title=A-chilling-twist-in-slayings-

“Beverly Eitzen accused of killing disabled son, 16”:

http://www.theaustralian.news.com.au/story/0,25197,25824447-601,00.html

“Disabled girl Meg Makila attacked in respite care”:

http://www.news.com.au/story/0,27574,25823168-421,00.html

“Head pays tribute to stabbed worker”:

http://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/uk-world-news/2009/07/15/head-pays-tribute-to-stabbed-worker-55578-24157709/

“Autistic children treated like criminals by transport officers,’ say parents”:

http://www.awares.org/pkgs/news/news.asp?showItemID=985&board=&bbcode=&profileCode=&section=

“Disabled man bullied with helmet, has been awarded £78,000 for unfair dismissal”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/manchester/8156396.stm

“Stop Foundation Inc creates awareness on the use of Electric Shock Treatment … Electric shock appears to be in wide use at The Judge Rotenberg Center “School of Shock” a special needs school in Massachusetts. Their target market is the mentally disabled. It currently takes in children with down syndrome, autism, bipolar disorder and those labeled emotionally disturbed. They attempt to alter their behavior with electric shock treatment to the body and limbs. There are no studies and none expected that the treatment has any positive effects. It is also a cash cow since the school charges $220,000 per student with the expense being picked up by States and school districts. The school has been under well deserved scrutiny for its use in electric shock, but it is still operating. “:

http://www.clickpress.com/releases/Detailed/141332005cp.shtml

“David Cameron makes autism pledge and backs Autism Bill”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/158110.php

“UK: Tories to cut disability red tape”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/uk_tories_to_cut_disability_red_tape.htm

“Gary McKinnon Updates”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/gary_mckinnon_updates_in_the_name_of_compassion_britain_mu.htm

“The extradition of Gary McKinnon is brutal, mad and wrong’, says Boris Johnson”:

http://www.mailonsunday.co.uk/news/article-1198715/The-extradition-Gary-McKinnon-brutal-mad-wrong-says-Boris-Johnson.html

“Row delays green paper on care funding for older and disabled people”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/jul/08/green-paper-elderly-disabled-care-whitehall-delays

“Social Care Reform but at what cost?”: A NAS response to the Care and Support Green Paper, UK”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/157507.php

“Green Paper funding proposals “disastrous” for people with mental health problems”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/157598.php

“What about learning disabilities, asks Christopher Edwards”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/joepublic/2009/jul/22/learning-disability-social-care-proposal

India “Bhandare stands up for the physically challenged”:

http://www.thestatesman.net/page.news.php?clid=9&theme=&usrsess=1&id=261203

Africa “River blindness ‘can be beaten”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/africa/8160525.stm

“Blind can take wheel with vehicle designed by university engineering design team”:

http://www.scienceblog.com/cms/blind-can-take-wheel-vehicle-designed-university-engineering-design-team-23061.html

“QAC Sight Village – Blind Tech Show”:

http://www.qac.ac.uk/sightvillage/

http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/ouch/2009/07/sight_village_blind_tech_show.html

RESEARCH & HEALTH

“Autism alters how kids sense motion”:

http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20327165.300-autism-alters-how-kids-sense-motion.html?DCMP=OTC-rss&nsref=online-news

“27 genes associated with either Asperger Syndrome and/or Autistic Traits and/or Empathy identified”:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/07/090715101427.htm

“Fragile X leaves its mark on health”:

http://www.presstelegram.com/lifestyle/ci_12851079

“Scientists develop ‘cure’ for peanut allergies”:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1200694/Scientists-develop-cure-peanut-allergies.html

“Social Reasoning and Brain Development are linked in Preschoolers”:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/07/090715074928.htm

“Shedding light on social brain development”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/157781.php

“Teens sensitive to others’ perceptions of them”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/157782.php

“Scientists first to characterize novel syndrome of Allergy, Apraxia, Malabsorption”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/157347.php

“Patients with depression frequently suffer from medically unexplained pain”:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/07/090715152042.htm

“Depressed college students twice as likely to drop out”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/depressed_college_students_twice_as_likely_to_drop_out.htm

“Family obligation, ties may prevent depression”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/family_obligation_ties_may_prevent_depression.htm

“WCBP 2009: Omega-3 supplements provide mixed results as antidepressant”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/wcbp_2009_omega3_supplements_provide_mixed_results_as_anti.htm

“And the orchestra played on: Activation of distress pathways – A common feature of mood, anxiety, sleep, and pain disorders?”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/and_the_orchestra_played_on_activation_of_distress_pathways.htm

“Review provides new insights into the causes of Anorexia”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/review_provides_new_insights_into_the_causes_of_anorexia.htm

“Starve a fever, feed a cold, don’t be stressed”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/starve_a_fever_feed_a_cold_dont_be_stressed.htm

“Abstract: Genetic variations associated with red hair color and fear of dental pain, anxiety regarding dental care and avoidance of dental care”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/abstract_genetic_variations_associated_with_red_hair_color_.htm

“[Australia]Macquarie University pioneers combined social anxiety and alcohol abuse therapy”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/australia_macquarie_university_pioneers_combined_social_an.htm

“[Australia]University pioneers online PTSD Therapy”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/australia_university_pioneers_online_ptsd_therapy.htm

“Psychological interventions deemed ineffective at preventing PTSD”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/psychological_interventions_deemed_ineffective_at_preventing.htm

“Abstract+: Nail-biting stuff? The effect of N-Acetyl Cysteine on nail biting”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/abstract_nailbiting_stuff__the_effect_of_nacetyl_cystei.htm

“Signing would greatly improve deaf people’s GP experiences”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/joepublic/2009/jul/21/deaf-people-healthcare-nhs-gp

“Virtual Hospital”:

http://www.uihealthcare.com/vh/

EDUCATION

“Protect Florida’s students with disabilities against restraint and seclusion”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/fwd_protect_floridas_students_with_disabilities_against_re.htm

“Autistic twins decision demanded(Video)”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/8159469.stm

“Autistic teenager left in limbo in Limerick, Ireland”:

http://www.awares.org/pkgs/news/news.asp?showItemID=987&board=&bbcode=&profileCode=&section=

“Program helps autistic high schoolers gain independence”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/education_program_helps_autistic_high_schoolers_gain_indepe.htm

“Alfred Barrow students’ special day”:

http://www.nwemail.co.uk/news/alfred_barrow_students_special_day_1_582668?referrerPath=/1.118665

“Autism school gives hope to immigrant families”:

http://news.newamericamedia.org/news/view_article.html?article_id=ea4d1264403b23f9c763c3c3d9899a86&from=rss

“Autism and education: challenges and opportunities”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=253&a=19650

EMPLOYMENT

“NAS: Employment training courses for autistic adults”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/nas_employment_training_courses_for_autistic_adults.htm

“Who says Aspies are unemployable?”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/employment__who_says_aspies_are_unemployable.htm

“Specialisterne: Why a firm wants autistic staff”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/specialisterne_why_a_firm_wants_autistic_staff.htm

“Autelligent Laboratories

We believe all people have a contribution to make and deserve an opportunity to be productive.

With your caring and excellent help, we are creating jobs for the 40 million people worldwide who are diagnosed with Autism and Asperger Syndrome. Today less than one in five of us are currently employed. We are motivated and competent and we deserve equal employment. Help make this a reality.

Autelligent Laboratories is dedicated to creating a space where autistic software engineers can more than contribute, we can excel.”:

http://www.autlabs.com/

Luxury Quality Scented Candles “Humbolt Candles – Autism & Disability Employment Company”:

http://www.humboldtcandles.com/index.html

“Auties.org”:
Individuality, Diversity, Equality, Achievement

Auties..org is an Aspie & Autie friendly site for all people on the Autistic Spectrum who are ready to dare reach out to occupation and employment, open the doors to the community and market their abilities directly to the public and for those interested in supporting these pioneers.

http://www.auties.org/

“Prospects”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=473&a=2348

“AutismJobs”:
Linking job seekers with vacancies in work related to autism, Aspergers and ASDs

http://www.autismjobs.org/?section=00010009

“Current job vacancies within the NAS”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=170

For further employment information, please view”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/employment_on_the_autism_spectrum.htm

GENERAL/HUMAN INTEREST

Malaysia “A brighter home”:

http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2009/7/16/lifefocus/4299559&sec=lifefocus

“Leonardo da Vinci: A Lifelong Learning Programme funded by the EU”:

http://www.independent.com.mt/news.asp?newsitemid=91134

“Adult Autism Spectrum Disorder”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-14700-Pittsburgh-Autism–Parenting-Examiner~y2009m7d13-Adult-Autism-Spectrum-Disorder

“Adult Autism II: After Diagnosis”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-14700-Pittsburgh-Autism–Parenting-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Adult-Autism-II-After-Diagnosis

ALGERIA

Ministere de la Sante et de la Population
17 Rue Abderahmane Laala
Algiers
ALGERIA
tel: 213 261 5315
fax: 213 265 3646

“Handicap International’s activities in Algeria”:

http://www.handicap-international.org.uk/page_160.php

“Algeria Facts, Information & History”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/countries/country_algeria.html

“Photo Gallery – Algeria”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/gallery/algeria_the-white-port.html

“Map of Algeria”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/maps/map_country_algeria.html

“Latest Algerian Health News”:

http://health.einnews.com/algeria

“Latest Algerian News”:

http://www.topix.com/world/algeria

http://algeriapost.com/

http://algeriadaily.com/

http://algeriatimes.com/

“Algerian Travel Guide/Best Restaurants – includes ‘Off the Beaten Path’, Photos, Things To Do, Nightlife”:

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Algeria/TravelGuide-Algeria.html

http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/Africa/Algeria/Restaurants-Algeria-BR-1.html

ADD/ADHD

“Consumer reports to parents: Think twice about free prescription ADHD samples for your children”:

http://www.freshnews.com/news/179281/consumer-reports-parents-think-twice-about-free-prescription-adhd-drug-samples-your-chil

“Abstract: The prevalence and correlates of adult ADHD in the United States: results from the National Comorbidity Survey Replication”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/bjh878/article/2189765

“Abstract: Overview and neurobiology of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/bjh878/article/1369197

“Abstract: ADHD characteristics: Concurrent comorbidity patterns in children and adolescents”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/bjh878/article/5128943

“Abstract: Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and ethnicity”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/bjh878/article/5128173

“Queens study aims at early diagnosis for ADHD and Parkinson’s”:

http://qnc.queensu.ca/story_loader.php?id=4a5b580f3c6dc

“Researchers study academic effects of ADHD drugs”:

http://www.physorg.com/news166727448.html

“Michael Jackson’s death focuses attention on prescription drug abuse … Ramsy Darwish, a recovering drug addict commented “Once you become addicted to like pain pills and that sort of thing, it is really a necessity that you need on a daily basis. Your life basically revolves around the prescription drug. You’re not active with people or aren’t really motivated enough to go out into society.”:

http://www.webwire.com/ViewPressRel.asp?aId=99305

“Health Tip: Does your child have symptoms of ADHD?”:

http://www.healthscout.com/news/1/628889/main.html

“Children with FASD have more severe behavioral problems than children with ADHD”:

http://www.scienceblog.com/cms/children-fasd-have-more-severe-behavioral-problems-children-adhd-23113.html

“Sleep benefits from tonsillectomy peak at 6 months”:

http://www.hon.ch/News/HSN/629145.html

ADRES “Adverse Drug Reaction Electronic System(Adverse Drug Reactions Website)”- This website provides patients, doctors, and other medical professionals with a comprehensive examination of adverse drug reactions (ADRs), side effects, and other safety information for both prescription and over-the-counter medications.. Our goal is to allow users of our website make informed decisions when taking (patients) or prescribing (doctors) drugs. We are providing unmatched information and analysis tools.

http://www.adverse-drug-reaction.net/

“adders.org”
Our objective is to promote awareness to AD/HD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and to provide information and as much free practical help as we can to those affected by the condition, both adults and children, their families in the UK and around the World via this website.

http://www.adders.org/

“ADDISS” The National Attention Deficit Disorder Information and Support Service…

http://www.addiss.co.uk/index.html

“ADDA”:

http://www.add.org/index.html

“hi2u ADHD Pages”:

http://www..adhd..org.uk/

“CHADD”:

http://www.chadd.org/am/CustomPages/home/CHADD_Home.htm?CFID=2282059&CFTOKEN=38105335&jsessionid=f2303343221169802693562

SPORT

“Roger Black backs policeman’s three marathons a day challenge”:

http://www.communitynewswire.press.net/article.jsp?id=5977304

“Take on the adidas Women’s Challenge this September”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1815&a=18075

“10-kilometre runs”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1816

“Trek Hadrian’s Wall – 7-9 August, 2009”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2088

“Trek Jordan 2009 – 10-14 September”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1833

“Cycle India – 27 November – 6 December, 2009”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1832

“Cycle Cuba – 14-22 March 2010”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2357

“Sky Diving”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1726

MUSIC

“The AutisMusic Project”:

http://www.autismusic.com/

ART

“Amanda LaMunyon: A Dream Unfolds”:

http://www.wisconsinmedicalsociety.org/savant_syndrome/savant_profiles/amanda_lamunyon

“Summer arts project for teenagers in London on the autism spectrum”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=19213

GLIMPSE – the talents of the autism community

They are painters, sculptors and photographers; poets and storytellers; musicians and creators of amazing video games. They are kids, teens and adults. Last year, a new online publication arose to celebrate the talents of autistic individuals and other developmental disabilities: GLIMPSE, offered by ICDL (The Interdisciplinary Council of Developmental and Learning Disorders). In late 2008, Volume 2 of GLIMPSE was released, and was expanded into a print book and notecards. The works are serious, humourous, deeply personal and illuminating. See it for yourself, share it with others, submit your own/your child’s work for inclusion in Volume 3, to release later this year. Find information and ordering details at www.icdl.com

“ARTROOM ………where under 17s can make and display art online”:

http://www.saatchi-gallery.co.uk/artroom/index.php

MOVIES/ENTERTAINMENT

Q & A with ‘Adam’ star Hugh Dancy”:

http://nymag.com/movies/features/57876/

Korea “Rain Man”: The play adaptation of the same-titled hit movie from 1988 starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise is staged for the first time in Korea. The piece features Charlie, a self-made businessman, who meets his autistic brother Raymond after his parents die. Charlie, who first only cared about his parents’ inheritance, starts to genuinely love and care for Raymond. Well-known screen and television actor Lee Jong-hyuk plays Charlie. The play runs through Aug. 2 at SM Arts Hall in Daehangno, Seoul. For details, call (02) 2051-3307.”:

http://www.koreaherald.co.kr/NEWKHSITE/data/html_dir/2009/07/18/200907180012.asp

“The importance of being disabled”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/joepublic/2009/jul/22/disabled-actors-theatre

“Actors for Autism”:
http://www.actorsforautism.com/

BOOKS

Laura Would “Young autistic writer puts finishing touches to her first novel”:

http://www.awares.org/pkgs/news/news.asp?showItemID=982&board=&bbcode=&profileCode=&section=

Jenna Lumbard “Worried Wendy Goes to School” is first in series for autistic author”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-10971-Autism–Education-Examiner~y2009m7d16-Autism-Worried-Wendy-Goes-to-School-is-first-in-series-for-author-with-autism-Jenna-Lumbard

Available from BookSurge(Read Reviews):

http://www.booksurge.com/Worried-Wendy-Goes-to-School/A/1439208492.htm

“Devoted gran speaks of 10-year battle for answers into grandson’s health … “I have gone through a lot of stress but it’s not a doom and gloom book. It’s a happy story and I hope people can take something positive away from it.”:

http://www.thisislocallondon.co.uk/news/4484826.WOODFORD_GRN__Devoted_gran_speaks_of_10_year_battle_for_answers_into_grandson_s_health/

“Defying Disability: The Lives and Legacies of Nine Disabled Leaders”

Author: Mary Wilkinson

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843104155

“Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults and the Law”

Author: Michael Mandelstam

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843106920

“Motivate to Communicate!: 300 Games and Activities for your Child with Autism”

Authors: Simone Griffin and Dianne Sandler

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849050418

“101 Games and Activities for Children with Autism, Aspergers and Sensory Processing Disorders”

Author: Tara Delaney

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=0071623361&templates=default&locale=uk

“The One and Only Sam”

Author: Aileen Stalker

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781849050401

“Life at the Edge: Living with ADHD and Asperger Syndrome”

Author: Jan Greenman

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=0955498201&templates=default&locale=uk

MOVIE

Planet 51

Release Date November 21, 2009

Synopsis: The tables are turned in this animated sci-fi adventure featuring the voices of Dwayne Johnson, Jessica Biel, Justin Long, Seann William Scott, Gary Oldman, and John Cleese. In PLANET 51, an astronaut arrives on a distant planet, but he’s not alone; he’s surrounded by aliens who desperately fear invasion by…aliens.

http://uk.rottentomatoes.com/m/planet_51/

Official Site:

http://www.planet51.com/

VIDEO GAME

Need For Speed: Shift (Xbox 360, PS3)

Rating 7+

Release Date Sept. 18, 2009

Need for Speed SHIFT is an all-new simulation racing IP that combines the true driver’s experience with real-world physics, pixel-perfect car models, and a wide range of authentic race tracks. Need for Speed SHIFT takes players in a different direction to create a simulation experience that replicates the true feeling of driving high-end performance cars…

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Need-Speed-Shift-Xbox-360/dp/B0021AEKO4/ref=pd_nr_vg_h__58?ie=UTF8&s=videogames

SPACE

“July Eclipse, Best Chance To Look For Gravity Anomoly”

From remote observatories on the Tibetan plateau to a cave in a Shanghai suburb, Chinese researchers are poised to conduct an audacious once-in-a-century experiment. The plan is to test a controversial theory: the possibility that gravity drops slightly during a total eclipse.

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17481-july-eclipse-is-best-chance-to-look-for-gravity-anomaly.html

Shadow & Substance “Eclipse of the Sun, July 22, 2009 as viewed by NASA”:

http://shadowandsubstance.com/

“NASA – Total Solar Eclipse of 2009 July 22”

http://eclipse.gsfc.nasa.gov/SEmono/TSE2009/TSE2009.html

“The force was with me – Short Sharp Science”

http://www.newscientist.com/blogs/shortsharpscience/2009/07/the-force-was-with-me.html

HEALTH

“Girl With Half a Brain Retains Full Vision”

A 10-year old girl born with half of her cerebral cortex missing sees perfectly because of a massive reorganisation of the brain circuits involved in vision, a new study finds.

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17489-girl-with-half-a-brain-retains-full-vision.html

Take Care,

Julie