www.aspie-editorial.com

HEADLINES

“57^th wedding anniversary ends in murder”:

http://cnews.canoe.ca/CNEWS/World/2009/07/27/10280646-ap.html

“Sanity report delayed on accused murderer”:

http://www.gjsentinel.com/news/content/news/stories/2009/07/29/073009_7a_Grabe_folo.html

“Popular pupil dies after seizure”:

http://www.whitehaven-news.co.uk/news/popular_pupil_dies_after_seizure_1_594248?referrerPath=/1.60007

“US police use taser and pepper spray on disabled man”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/2009/jul/28/usa

“U.S. Signs U.N. Disabilities Pact in change of course”:

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

India “Rights of disabled children protected in RTE: HRD”:

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/india/Rights-of-disabled-children-protected-in-RTE-HRD/articleshow/4853504.cms

“Updates: Gary McKinnon Loses Appeal Against Extradition To The U.S.”:

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

“Pennsylvanians with disabilities call for an end to Institution-Only options”:

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

“ASAN Board member Dora Raymaker appointed to Oregon Commission on ASD”:

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

“Elderly prioritised over people with learning disabilities, say charities”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/jul/24/care-green-paper-learning-disabilities

“Squeeze on allowance benefit could leave older and disabled people struggling to cope”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/2009/jul/29/attendance-allowance-support

“Deaf-blind communication goes portable(Includes Video)”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/technology/8183838.stm

RESEARCH & HEALTH

“With autism, diet restrictions may do more harm than good”:

http://www.waff.com/Global/story.asp?S=10794991

http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/28/health/28autism.html?_r=1&ref=health

“Most stomach symptoms no more likely in autism”:

http://www.reuters.com/article/healthNews/idUSTRE56Q5DM20090727?feedType=RSS&feedName=healthNews

“Autism not tied to bowel movement patterns”:

http://in.reuters.com/article/health/idINTRE56L6OS20090722

“Visual processing hinders ability to read body language: Autism study”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/159878.php

“Cuddle chemical” helps autistics recognise emotions”:

http://www.cosmosmagazine.com/news/2883/cuddle-chemical-helps-autistics-recognise-emotion

“Cuddle chemical may create green-eyed monster”:

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17563-cuddle-chemical-may-create-greeneyed-monster.html

“INVEGA(R) approved as the first and only treatment for Schizoaffective Disorder”:

http://www.examiner.com/p-382954~INVEGA_R__Approved_as_the_First_and_Only_Treatment_for_Schizoaffective_Disorder.html

“Scent of fear puts brain in emergency mode”:

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

“Scents really can soothe stress”:

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

“More leisure time boosts mood, improves health”:

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

“Lack of sunlight linked to cognitive impairment in the depressed”:

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

“Exercise helps fight depression”:

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

“Improved ‘Prolonged Grief Disorder’ Criteria would help bereaved”:

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

“FDA approves INVEGA(R) SUSTENNA(TM) for the acute and maintenance treatment of Schizophrenia”:

http://www.examiner.com/p-383025~FDA_Approves_INVEGA_R__SUSTENNA_TM__for_the_Acute_and_Maintenance_Treatment_of_Schizophrenia.html

“Aussie developing edible vaccines … The Australian scientist who won a Nobel Prize for discovering the bacteria responsible for stomach ulcers is now working on a way to make edible vaccines.”:

http://au.news.yahoo.com/a/-/latest/5761335/aussie-developing-edible-vaccines/

“Are your child’s eyes ready for the classroom?”:

http://www.healthnewsdigest.com/news/Children_s_Health_200/Are_Your_Child_s_Eyes_Ready_for_the_Classroom.shtml

“Virtual Hospital”:

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

EDUCATION

“Death highlights lack of regulation at ‘psychoeducational’ schools”:

http://www.ajc.com/news/death-highlights-lack-of-100352.html

India “Education is now a right”:

http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/india/Education-is-now-a-right/articleshow/4858277.cms

NAS “New duties to improve special educational needs provision”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1380&a=20211

“Hawking joins college’s campaign”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/gloucestershire/8179677.stm

“What a difference a year makes”:

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

“Mum praises school for special care of her son … The parents of young William Burtonwood are confident he has a bright future ahead of him thanks to the care and support he received from his primary school … Soon after starting, William, aged 11, was referred for specialist help and was diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder and autism and received a special educational needs statement…”:

http://www.theboltonnews.co.uk/news/boltonnews/4529603.Mum_praises_school_for_special_care_of_her_son/?ref=rss

“Schools defend autism decision”:

http://www.newsobserver.com/news/story/1623944.html

“Budget deal could give special-ed students diplomas”:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/07/28/MN4C18U1AR.DTL

“Good SEN practice: Golden Rules for adults”:

http://www.teachingexpertise.com/articles/good-sen-practice-golden-rules-adults-7002

“NAS Out of Schools Clubs reach the finals of 2009’s National Lottery Awards”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=253&a=19927

“Cobham Hilton lends helping hand to Jigsaw School children”:

http://www.wandsworthguardian.co.uk/news/business/business_news/4528586.Cobham_Hilton_lends_helping_hand_to_children/

“Temperament and children in the autism spectrum”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-14386-Des-Moines-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Temperament-and-children-in-the-autism-spectrum

“Charter School Profile: Colorado Virtual Academy”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-16322-Colorado-Charter-Schools-Examiner~y2009m8d6-Charter-School-Profile–Colorado-Virtual-Academy

“Homeschool 101: How do I know what to include on my back-to-school supply list for homeschoolers?”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-11342-St-Louis-Homeschooling-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Homeschool-101–How-do-I-know-what-to-include-on-my-backtoschool-supply-list-for-homeschoolers

“Back to school – Paving the way for various activities”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-10423-San-Jose-Education-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Back-to-school-Paving-the-way-for-various-activities

EMPLOYMENT

“Bethel agency’s growing possibilities provides jobs for autistic adults”:

http://www.newstimes.com/ci_12909647

“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

“Care for people with learning disabilities … You would think that after the neglect, abuse and institutional discrimination against people with learning disabilities revealed over the last few years, it would be hard to forget the one and a half million people with learning disabilities. Not so. The long awaited green paper on the future of adult social care and support concentrates almost exclusively on how to fund social care for older people (What about learning disabilities?, Society, 22 July).”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/theguardian/2009/jul/24/learning-disabilities-discrimination-blind-care

“BT futurologist: we’re living in sci-fi … As well as pointing out people who are to some degree a synthesis of organism and technology, she went on to illustrate her talk with the everyday use of robots such as Leonardo, which looks like a toy along the lines of a Gremlin, but has been manufactured to help autistic children communicate.”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/media/pda/2009/jul/23/bt-futurologist-science-fiction

“Positive Relationships: Let’s talk about … Additional needs(requires free registration for full access):

http://www.nurseryworld.co.uk/news/login/923402/

TUNISIA

“Autism Africa”:

http://www.autismafrica.com/index.php

“Tunisia Map”:

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

“Tunisia Facts, Information & History”:

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

Official Tourism Sites

Tunisian National Tourism Office Introduction to Tunisia’s cities, attractions, accommodations, festivals, shops, and more.

Embassy of Tunisia Entry requirements for Tunisia and information on its government.

Other Sites We Like

Tunisia.com Information on museums throughout Tunisia, including the National Bardo Museum, the Ceramic Museum, and the Memorial of Martyrs of Sejoumi.

Arab.net Overview of the culinary culture of Tunisia, with information on traditional dishes.

Choose Tunisia Listing of restaurants in Tunisia, with descriptions of each one.

Tunisia National Radio Introduction to selected musicians, including audio files of musical performances.

Tunisia Online A timeline of historical events in Tunisia.

http://traveler.nationalgeographic.com/tripmarks/africa-text/48

“Tunisia: Nat Geo Music”:

http://worldmusic.nationalgeographic.com/view/page.basic/country/content.country/tunisia_628/en

Archived from 2001(Star Wars/Tunisia) “In a Village Far, Far Away, Star Wars Stirs Debate”:

http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2001/08/0813_wirestarwars.html

ADD/ADHD

“Does your child need ADHD drugs? …

Unbeknownst to her parents, Sydney Kirk tried a little medical experiment on herself when she was in the eighth grade. For a day or two, every so often, she stopped taking her drugs for her attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder.

“I told my parents I just forgot to take them, but really I wasn’t taking them on purpose,” says Sydney, who’s now 15 and about to start 10th grade at a private school in Olney, Maryland. “I just didn’t like how they made me feel. They made me shy and less talkative. I wasn’t myself.”:

http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/07/30/adhd.drugs.children/index.html

“Iowa youths abuse pills for ADHD treatment”:

http://www.desmoinesregister.com/article/20090726/NEWS/907260347

“Why Ritalin isn’t candy”:

http://www.rnw.nl/english/article/why-ritalin-isn%E2%80%99t-candy

“Hallucinations are rare side effects of ADHD medications”:

http://www.cbc.ca/cp/HealthScout/090801/6080119AU.html

“Evidence-based psychosocial treatments for children and adolescents with ADHD”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/bjh878/article/5314003

“Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental health publishes Vyvanse ADHD Data”:

http://www.drugs.com/clinical_trials/child-adolescent-psychiatry-mental-health-publishes-vyvanse-adhd-data-7835.html

“You may think Emily’s just naughty but I know better”:

http://www.worcesternews.co.uk/features/4529605.You_may_think_Emily_s_just_naughty_but_I_know_better/

“Gilbert woman helps students prepare for SAT”:

http://www.azcentral.com/community/gilbert/articles/2009/08/04/20090804gr-learning0807.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

“Former professional racing cyclist supports Edd and Ben the Marathon Men”:

http://www.thamenews.net/readmore.asp?Content_ID=4595

“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

“Recluse ‘could be new Susan Boyle … A young man with Asperger’s Syndrome who did not set foot outside his home for seven years could become a singing sensation to rival Susan Boyle when he appears on the X Factor.”:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/21/20090805/ten-recluse-could-be-new-susan-boyle-5a7c575.html

“Asperger’s man who couldn’t leave his home for seven years heading for X Factor fame”:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-1204455/Aspergers-man-leave-home-seven-years-heading-X-Factor-fame.html?ITO=1490

Callum Francis “Britain’s Got Talent 2009 semi-finalist on holiday in Malta … According to Britain’s Got Talent website Callum dreams of becoming a star on the West End stage. He has been studying at Sylvia Young’s stage school in London for the past year. Callum, who is mildly autistic, found the school’s unusual mix of academic and vocational lessons the perfect way to keep him focussed.”:

http://www.independent.com.mt/news.asp?newsitemid=91809

“Stars shine for Autism Christmas Concert”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1972&a=19766

“The AutisMusic Project”:

http://www.autismusic.com/

ART

“Eric Jiani” Revisited:

http://www.art-alternatives.nl/pagina_eng/ericjiani.html

“Eric Jiani”:

http://www.eric-jiani-artist.com/

“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

“Autistic film fans want full picture”:

http://www.theherald.co.uk/features/features/display.var.2520380.0.autistic_film_fans_want_full_picture.php

Documentary: “The Autistic Me” to screen on BBC3, August 11”:

http://aspie-editorial.blog-city.com/documentary_the_autistic_me_to_screen_on_bbc3_august_11.htm

“Rain Man to go on national tour”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=20076

“Morrissey does Rain Man(Includes Tour dates)”:

http://www.gm.tv/entertainment/tv/36580-morrissey-does-rain-man.html

“Adam: Playing It Straight”:

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

“Rose ‘immediately adored’ new film”:

http://uk.news.yahoo.com/21/20090803/ten-rose-immediately-adored-new-film-5f8abb3.html

“Damages lawyer Rose Byrne”:

http://www.nydailynews.com/entertainment/movies/2009/07/26/2009-07-26_celebrity_pop_quiz_damages_lawyer_rose_bryne_.html?page=0

“Ioan Gruffud … Ioan Gruffudd (“Fantastic Four”) will star in U.K.-based HSL Studio’s Kenneth Grahame biopic “Banking on Mr. Toad.”

Helmer Bruce Beresford is attached to direct the project, which charts Grahame’s journey to authoring of classic children’s book “The Wind in the Willows.” Pic will also touch on the relationship the author had with his autistic son.”:

http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118006374.html?categoryId=28&cs=1

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

BOOKS

“Visual Thinking Strategies for Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders – The Language of Pictures”

Authors: Ellyn Lucas Arwood, Ed.D., Carole Kaulitz, M. Ed., and Mabel Brown, M.A.

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9040.htm

“2010 Hidden Curriculum One-A-Day Calendar for Kids – Items for Unstated Rules in Social Situations”

The Blackwell Family

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9020.htm

“2010 Hidden Curriculum One-A-Day Calendar for Older Adolescents and Adults”

Judy Endow

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9039.htm

“Two Calendar Package”

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9043.htm

“The Game of My Life: A True Story of Challenge, Triumph, and Growing Up Autistic”

Author: Jason J-Mac McElwain, Daniel Paisner

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=0451226194&templates=default&locale=uk

“Understanding Sam: (and Asperger’s Syndrome)”

Author: Clarabelle van Niekerk

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=0974721719&templates=default&locale=uk

“Autistic Spectrum Disorders in the Secondary School(Autistic Spectrum Disorder Support Kit)”

Authors: Lynn Plimley and Maggie Bowen

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=1412923115&templates=default&locale=uk

“Bright Splinters of the Mind: A Personal Story of Research with Autistic Savants”

Author: B. Hermelin

http://www.mugsy.org/cgi-bin/apf4/amazon_products_feed.cgi?Operation=ItemLookup&ItemId=1853029327&templates=default&locale=uk

“The ADHD Handbook: A Guide for Parents and Professionals”

Author: Alison Munden and Jon Arcelus

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781853027567

Award Winning “Learners on the Autism Spectrum: Preparing Highly Qualified Educators”

Editors: Kari Dunn Muron and pamela Wolfberg Ph.D.

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9504.htm

“Helping Children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities to Flourish: A Guide for Parents and Professionals

Author: Marilyn Martin

Foreword by Michelle Berg

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843108580

“Caring for a Child with Autism”

A Practical Guide for Parents

Authors: Martin Ives and Nell Munroe, National Autistic Society

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781853029967

“Asperger Syndrome, Adolescence, and Identity: Looking Beyond the Label”

Authors: Harvey Molloy and Latika Vasil

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843101260

“Autistic Planet”

Author: Jennifer Elder

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book/9781843108429

MOVIE

“Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs” Rated: TBA

Worldwide Release Dates(From 18 September 2009): http://www.sonypictures.com/movies/cloudywithachanceofmeatballs/international/

Synopsis: Fans of the children’s picture book CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE OF MEATBALLS will get to see the beloved title brought to life with gorgeous animation. Bill Hader, Anna Faris, James Caan, and Bruce Campbell lend their voices to this film about a town that has various types of food falling from the sky, rather than rain or snow.

http://uk.rottentomatoes.com/m/1196077-cloudy_with_a_chance_of_meatballs/

Official Website:

http://cloudywithachanceofmeatballs.com/

VIDEO GAME

“Batman: Arkham Asylum 16+(Xbox 360, PS3, Microsoft Windows)

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Batman-Arkham-Asylum-Xbox-360/dp/B001PO5NI4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=videogames&qid=1249225342&sr=1-1

Official Website/View Trailer:

http://www.batmanarkhamasylum.com/

“Horrible Histories: Ruthless Romans – Special Edition”(Wii, Nintendo DS, PC)

Release Date August 7

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Horrible-Histories-Ruthless-Romans-Special/dp/B001V7RJEG/ref=pd_nr_vg_h__50?ie=UTF8&s=videogames

“Wii Sports Resort Review”:

http://uk.videogames.games.yahoo.com/83/wii-sports-resort-2e5483.html

“Race is on to evolve the ultimate Mario”:

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17560-race-is-on-to-evolve-the-ultimate-mario.html

TECH

“Cosy Social Networks Are Stifling Innovation”:

“To enable innovation it may be necessary to reduce the number of social ties between coders,” says Mayer-Schönberger.”

http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20327195.600-cosy-social-networks-are-stifling-innovation.html

SPACE

Photographed by the Hubble telescope, courtesy of NASA, it appears, with more details, here:
www.skyandtelescope.com/news/home/28283519.html

“Snapshots From Inside An Exploding Star”

Physicists at the Argonne National Laboratory in Chicago have used the IBM Blue Gene/P supercomputer to model the extreme physics of a supernova explosion.

http://www.newscientist.com/gallery/visualisingsupernova/

Take care,

Julie

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

HEADLINES

“Mass. Mom pleads not guilty to denying son meds”:

http://www.wtop.com/?nid=104&sid=1711086

“Autistic boy in Tulsa dies after being hit by car”:

http://newsok.com/autistic-boy-in-tulsa-dies-after-being-hit-by-car/article/3383495?custom_click=headlines_widget

“Rwanda denies sterilisation plans”:

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

“HOPE welcomes Autism Bill’s progress following first reading in The Lords, UK”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/155778.php

“Teenager with learning difficulties is victim of police inadequacy”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/humanrightsandwrongs/teenager-learning-difficulties-victim

“Disability hate crimes unseen”:

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/wales/south_west/8135066.stm

“Criminals with a mental illness need a prison break … As the first specialist mental health court opens its doors, Sean Duggan says it could provide a valuable solution to the often senseless incarceration of those with a mental illness”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/society/joepublic/2009/jul/02/prisons-mental-health-illness

“NAS announces major new strategy”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=253&a=19987

“NAS – What do you think about the special educational needs system?”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=1380&a=19738

“Those affected by autism can have their say”:

http://www.swindonadvertiser.co.uk/news/4473379.Those_affected_by_autism_can_have_their_say/

“Fears autism staff will go in cash cuts”:

http://www.yourswale.co.uk/kent-news/Fears-autism-support-staff-will-go-in-cash-cuts–newsinkent25057.aspx?news=local

“Gary McKinnon Updates: In the name of compassion, Britain must reverse this shameful decision”:

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

“Terror law boss backs Gary McKinnon’s fight”:

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1197702/Terror-law-boss-backs-Gary-McKinnons-fight-New-support-Aspergers-victim-facing-extradition.html

“In England, girls vulnerable to Islamic law … In March of last year a severely autistic man with the mental age of three married a woman in Bangladesh, via the telephone. Three of Britain’s most senior judges intervened, ruling the marriage could not be legal under English law, as the man was unable to give his consent.”:

http://www.brusselsjournal.com/node/3998

“Ten people banned from Britain”:

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB124586719017648795.html

“Clear vision to tackle sight problems among disabled … According to NHS figures 30% of people with a learning disability have a diagnosed visual impairment. But astonishingly, a further 50% of people with learning disabilities have undiagnosed sight problems, according to the RNIB, and may be losing their sight unnecessarily.”:

http://www.theherald.co.uk/features/features/display.var.2518486.0.Clear_vision_to_tackle_sight_problems_among_disabled.php

RESEARCH & HEALTH

Fragile X “Measuring intellectual disability”:

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/06/090624093309.htm

“Single test can identify any genetic disorder in utero … Parents who have children with special needs have often mentioned the blessing that their children have been to them and the life lessons they have learned from raising a child who does not fit the societal norm.”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-9474-Baltimore-Special-Education-Examiner~y2009m6d30-Single-test-can-identify-any-genetic-disorder-in-utero

“Scientists uncover patterns of genetic changes in MR/Learning Difficulties”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/156115.php

“Autistic kids learn new behaviours differently than others”:

http://www.thelondonnews.net/story/516090

“Catastrophic Epilepsy caused by single gene mutation”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/156783.php

“Schizophrenia and Bipolar Disorder share many common genetic variants says International Research Consortium”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/156114.php

“Brain’s immune system may cause chronic seizures”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/156611.php

“A combination of common genetic variations can lead to schizophrenia”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/156095.php

“Treating sleep disorders may ease anxiety & mood disorders”:

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

“Abstract: Antidepressants and Sleep: A review”:

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

“Depression, anxiety bad for the heart”:

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

“How adolescent girls manage stress”:

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/155060.php

“Finding Fear: Neuroscientists locate fear encoding neurons”:

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

“Anxiety-prone people find distractions hard to ignore”:

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

“Gambling is male stress release”:

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

“Trichotillomania: Amino acid may curb compulsive hair pulling”:

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

“Abstract: A pilot study of telephone CBT for OCD in young people”:

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

“The Special Issue spotter”:

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

“Children’s Hospital launches health blog”:

http://boston.bizjournals.com/boston/stories/2009/07/06/daily22.html

“Sign O’ the neuro times”:

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

“Virtual Hospital”:

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

EDUCATION

“Court requires districts to pay for special education”:

http://www.columbian.com/article/20090623/NEWS02/706239946/Court+requires+districts+to+pay+for+special+education

“U.S. Supreme Court rejects autism school appeal”:

http://www.10tv.com/live/content/onnnews/stories/2009/06/30/autism_supco.html?

“The curious incident of the straight-A student with Asperger’s syndrome”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2009/jul/04/autism-asperger-s-education-society

“Berkeley students find bridge to college”:

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

“Exam pass in jeopardy claims college student”:

http://www.walesonline.co.uk/news/cardiff-news/2009/06/12/exam-pass-in-jeopardy-claims-college-student-91466-23851225/

“There’s no education like home schooling”:

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/education/article6492580.ece

“Facts about Home Schooling: Information for those considering teaching their children at home”:

http://homeschooling.suite101.com/article.cfm/facts_about_home_schooling

“First steps to homeschool your child”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-9474-Baltimore-Special-Education-Examiner~y2009m6d29-First-steps-to-homeschool-your-child

“Autistic kids should be taught in smaller groups, say experts”:

http://www.newkerala.com/nkfullnews-1-67005.html

“A computerised learning tool helps boost study effectiveness”:

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

EMPLOYMENT

“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

“The Voices & Choices of Autism”:

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

“Beware the misconceptions, discriminations, and rhetoric bombarding the autism community”:

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

“Mother’s appeal to help little Millie, 7”:

http://www.stamfordmercury.co.uk/news/Mother39s-appeal-to-help-little.5425352.jp

“Josh Muggleton and Year Dot”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=17583

“Family go on dream hol thanks to airport”:

http://www.doncasterfreepress.co.uk/free/Family-go-on-dream-hol.5361046.jp

“Plan to extend Nelson home for autistic child gets go ahead”:

http://www.lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/4433745.Plan_to_extend_Nelson_home_for_child_with_autism_gets_go_ahead/

NAS “Raising awareness of autism on Trafalgar Square’s fourth plinth”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=253&a=20015

“NAS restructures”:

http://www.thirdsector.co.uk/Channels/Management/login/916882/

“In the saddle with Hoofbeats”:

http://www.dnj.com/article/20090707/LIFESTYLE/907070303/In+the+saddle++Special+kids+riding+tall+with+Hoofbeats

“Daniel Radcliffe: Dyspraxia”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-6955-Nashville-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m7d7-Celebrities-with-special-needs-Daniel-Radcilffe-Dyspraxia

SOUTH AFRICA

Autism South Africa
P.O. Box 84209
Greenside. 2034
JOHANNESBURG
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 11 486 3696 / 0122
Fax: + 27 11 486 2619
e-mail: autismsa@iafrica.com
Website: http://www.autismsouthafrica.org

Autism Western Cape
P.O Box 60375,
Tableview, 7439,
Cape Town
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 21 557-3573
Fax: +27 21 557-3573
Mobile: 083 707 1611
e-mail: julie@autismwesterncape.org.za
Website: www.autismwesterncape.org.za

Association for Autism (Pretoria)
P.O. Box 35182
Menlo Park.0102
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 12 46 6539
Fax: +27 12 46 6324
e-mail: autism@mweb.co.za

Association for Autism (Pretoria)
P.O. Box 35833
Menlo Park. 0102
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel and fax: +27 12 346 2376
e-mail: autism@mweb.co.za

Society for Children and Adults with Autism (Johannesburg)
P.O. Box 84611
Greenside. 2034
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 11 726 2445
Fax: +2711 726 7901
e-mail: keyschool@iafrica.com

Parents of Autistic Children Kwazulu Natal (P.A.C.K)
P.O. Box 535
New Germany. 3620
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 31 701 0355
Fax: +27 31 701 7830
e-mail: nphuntpp@kaymac.co.za

Eastern Cape Association for Autism (E.C.A.A)
P.O. BOX 2948
Riebeekhoogte.
Uitenhage. 6231
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel: +27 41 463 1166 (w)
Fax: +27 41 463 1326 (w)
Home: +27 41 73 3190
E-mail: (ECAA) ecaasa@hotmail.com

Eastern Cape Association for Autism (E.C.A.A)
P.O. Box 2948
Riebeekhoogte. Uitenhage. 6231
SOUTH AFRICA
Tel & Fax: +27 41 922 9347
E-mail: quest@netactive.co.za

“Cape Town, Places of a Lifetime, Travel, Photography”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/places-of-a-lifetime/capetown.html

“Cape Town Quiz”:

http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/places/places-of-a-lifetime/capetown-quiz.html

“South Africa – A Photo A Day”:

http://www.travelphoto.net/a-photo-a-day/wordpress/category/photos/south-africa/

“South Africa Tourism: Official Website”:

http://www.southafrica.net/sat/content/en/za/home

“The South Africa Website – The aim of the site is to act as a guide for visitors of South Africa”:

http://www.south-africa.me.uk/

ADD/ADHD

“Genes that may play a role in etiology of ADHD identified – The suspect genes already have been implicated in autism, schizophrenia and Tourette syndrome”:

http://www.modernmedicine.com/modernmedicine/Pathology/Genes-That-May-Play-a-Role-in-Etiology-of-ADHD-Ide/ArticleNewsFeed/Article/detail/606821?contextCategoryId=40133

“Blue and green Smarties purged”:

http://www.thestarphoenix.com/life/food/Blue+green+Smarties+purged/1743805/story.html

“Placebo effects in caregivers may change behavior of children with ADHD”:

http://www.physorg.com/news165514095.html

“Hypofrontality in Attention deficit Hyperactivity Disorder during Higher-Order Motor Control: A Study with Functional MRI”:

http://www.citeulike.org/user/Whyking/article/2857707

“Council cuts: The true cost … A SIX-YEAR-OLD girl with severe learning difficulties has been told funding is no longer available for her to attend a holiday club.”:

http://www.berrowsjournal.co.uk/news/4474903.Council_cuts__The_true_cost/?ref=rss

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

“Beale beats off adversity to become first female ‘master’ in the UK … Sandra has been practising karate for 18 years. As well as being the national director of operations to NAKMAS she is the joint chief instructor to the Kent Karate Schools (www.kentkarateschools.co.uk), teaching her classes in Ashford and Canterbury, specialising in teaching children, including those with Asperger Syndrome and those with other special needs.”:

http://www.responsesource.com/releases/rel_display.php?relid=48816

“Worthing seafront train walk”:

http://www.bognor.co.uk/worthing-news/PICTURE-Worthing-seafront-train-walk.5345291.jp

“Eating to fuel exercise”:

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/02/eating-to-fuel-exercise/?em

“Turning exercise into data”:

http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/06/running-by-the-numbers/

“Join our Racecourse Bike Ride this summer”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2116&a=18586

“Racecourse Bike Ride – 12 July, 2009”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2116

“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

“Sky Diving”:

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

MUSIC

“Children and music”:

http://www.examiner.com/x-6955-Nashville-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m6d18-Children-and-music

“The AutisMusic Project”:

http://www.autismusic.com/

ART

“James Henry Pullen (1835-1916)”:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/James_Henry_Pullen

http://www.spamula.net/blog/archives/000267.html

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

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

“Theatre review: Something in the Air … Long before the vogue for site-responsive theatre and shows that are ever more interactive, multisensory and intimate, there was Oily Cart, a remarkable and pioneering company whose work with children and those with complex disabilities has always been way ahead of the theatrical game.”:

http://www.guardian.co.uk/culture/2009/jul/07/something-in-the-air-review

Australian Band, Rudely Interrupted “New film features band whose members are autistic/AS”:

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=19944

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/2009/07/04/200907040012.asp

“Adam Review”:

http://www.theherald.co.uk/features/features/display.var.2516515.0.Dodgy_dealings_in_the_art_world.php

http://www.nas.org.uk/nas/jsp/polopoly.jsp?d=2122&a=19888

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

BOOKS

Jodi Picoult “Picoult’s next novel will be about a boy with Asperger’s syndrome who becomes obsessed with crime scenes – so obsessed that he ends up a murder suspect. (You can’t deny the brilliance of this idea.) She has said that, for her, her books represent a kind of magical thinking: she puts herself through the emotional wringer while she writes them in the hope of conferring a degree of immunity on her family.”:

http://www.thenational.ae/article/20090706/ART/707059976/1007

“Cabins, Canoes and Campfires: Guidelines for Establishing a Camp for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders”

Author: Jill Hudson

http://www.asperger.net/bookstore_9949.htm

“Multisensory Rooms and Environments: Controlled Sensory Experiences for People with Profound and Multiple Disabilities”

Author: Susan Fowler

Foreword by Paul Pagliano

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781843104629

“Sensory Stimulation: Sensory-Focused Activities for People with Physical and Multiple Disabilities”

Author: Susan Fowler

Foreword by Hilary Johnson

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781843104551

“Encouraging Appropriate Behavior for Children on the Autism Spectrum: Frequently Asked Questions”

Author: Shira Richman

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781843108252

“Guiding Your Teenager with Special Needs through the Transition from School to Adult Life: Tools for Parents”

Author: Mary Korpi

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781843108740

“Understanding Nonverbal Learning Disabilities: A Common Sense Guide for Parents and Professionals”

Author: Maggie Mamen

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781843105930

“Let’s All Listen: Songs for Group Work in Settings that Include Students with Learning Difficulties and Autism”

Author: Pat Lloyd

Foreword by Adam Ockelford

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781843105831

“Making Music with the Young Child with Special Needs: A Guide for Parents – 2^nd Edition”

Author: Elaine Streeter

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781853029608

“Pied Piper: Musical Activities to develop Basic Skills”

Authors: John Bean and Amelia Oldfield

http://www.jkp.com/catalogue/book.php/isbn/9781853029943

MOVIE

“G-Force” Rated PG

Release Date July 24

Synopsis: Producer Jerry Bruckheimer brings his first 3-D film to the big screen with G-Force, a comedy adventure about the latest evolution of a covert government program to train animals to work in espionage…”

Starring: Nicolas Cage, Steve Buscemi, Will Arnett, Penélope Cruz

http://uk.rottentomatoes.com/m/10009462-g_force/

Official Site:

http://disney.go.com/disneypictures/gforce/

VIDEO GAME

“Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days (Nintendo DS) 12+

Release Date October 9, 2009

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kingdom-Hearts-358-Days-Nintendo/dp/B002DR4B1C/ref=pd_nr_vg_h__58?ie=UTF8&s=videogames

“Wii Fit Plus”

Release Date 25^th September 2009

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wii-Fit-Plus-Game-Only/dp/B002BS47JE/ref=pd_nr_vg_h__9?ie=UTF8&s=videogames

“Want to appear in your favourite movies?”

Forget Guitar Heroes, a new computer software has been launched which allows you to star in your favourite movies.

YooStar allows you to appear in scenes from several classic films such as Terminator, Beverly Hills Cop 2, Rocky Balboa and Double Indemnity…

http://uk.movies.yahoo.com/30062009/5/want-appear-favourite-movies-0.html

“Physios recommend a healthy dose of gaming”

http://www.newscientist.com/article/mg20227145.700-physios-recommend-a-healthy-dose-of-gaming.html

“The world’s most expensive video game?”

Old game sells at record price – A collector has paid over £10,000 for a Nintendo video game from 1990 that only lasts for six minutes.

http://uk.videogames.games.yahoo.com/blog/article/5985/

SPACE

“Interplanetary Internet Gets Permanent Home In Space”

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17416-interplanetary-internet-gets-permanent-home-in-space.html

TECH

“Computer Learns Sign Language By Watching TV”

http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn17431-computer-learns-sign-language-by-watching-tv.html

Take Care,

Julie

Graeme Baldwin – BioMed Central

A lack of sunlight is associated with reduced cognitive function among depressed people. Researchers writing in BioMed Central’s open access journal Environmental Health used weather data from NASA satellites to measure sunlight exposure across the United States and linked this information to the prevalence of cognitive impairment in depressed people.

Shia Kent, from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, led a team of US researchers who used cross-sectional data from 14,474 people in the REGARDS study, a longitudinal study investigating stroke incidence and risk factors, to study associations between depression, cognitive function and sunlight. He said, “We found that among participants with depression, low exposure to sunlight was associated with a significantly higher predicted probability of cognitive impairment. This relationship remained significant after adjustment for season. This new finding that weather may not only affect mood, but also cognition, has significant implications for the treatment of depression, particularly seasonal affective disorder.”

Kent and his colleagues speculate that the physiological mechanisms that give rise to seasonal depression may also be involved in sunlight’s effect on cognitive function in the context of depressive symptoms. Cognitive function was assessed by measurement of short-term recall and temporal orientation. As well as regulating the hormones serotonin and melatonin, light has been shown to also affect brain blood flow, which has in turn been linked with cognitive functions. The researchers write, “Discovering the environment’s impact on cognitive functioning within the context of seasonal disorders may lead not only to better understanding of the disorders, but also to the development of targeted interventions to enhance everyday functioning and quality of life.”

The study was funded by the U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke.

Kent ST, McClure LA, Crosson WL, et al. Effect of sunlight exposure on cognitive function among depressed and non-depressed participants: a REGARDS cross-sectional study Environ Health 2009 Jul;8:34 doi:10.1186/1476-069X-8-34   [Abstract | Full text ()]