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Autism Diagnosis: Actionable Advice For Parents

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Table of Contents Sharon Tonnies is a twin mom and an autism advocate. She and her husband, have 16-year-old twin boys, and have been married for 19 years. Sharon supports the Autism Alliance of Michigan and is currently on the Board of Directors for the Michigan Council of Exceptional Children as well as the Consumer … Read more

Approved Autism Evaluation Centers in Michigan (AAEC)

Approved Autism Evaluation Centers In Michigan AAEC

Take Our Free Autism Screener Schedule An Autism Assessment I’d Like A 20-Minute Consultation Table of Contents Update 1/1/24:  How can members obtain an autism evaluation starting Jan. 1, 2024? Starting January 1, 2024, significant changes in the evaluation and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) will be implemented to allow more comprehensive and accessible … Read more

Early Signs of Autism Often Missed By Pediatricians

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Autism Spectrum Disorder is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social skills, and behavior. While it can be diagnosed at any age, it is categorized as a “developmental disorder” because symptoms become most prominent in the first two years of life. Autism is classified as a spectrum due to the wide variation in the severity … Read more

Suicide Prevention Tips: What You Do Could Save A Person’s Life

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According to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for every person who commits suicide, 280 others who actually think about it don’t end up following through. It’s unclear what pushes a person to follow through and go from merely just thinking about it to actually planning an attempt, but having people to talk and connect with … Read more

Bipolar Disorder Types & Treatment Options

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Bipolar Disorder is a mental health condition marked by severe altering mood swings. These moods can change rapidly. Phases of emotions may last several days, weeks, or even months. At high peaks, which are referred to as positive moods, a person experiences mania. They exhibit high energy, lack of sleep, and sometimes even loss of … Read more