Autism Headlines Weekly

June 14, 2012
By Autism Society

The Autism Society brings you some of the most interesting news around the Web. This week, a father and son express what autism means to them through photos, the Autism Society of Oregon commends Portland for covering autism treatment, and an in-depth look at the special bond between a parent and child that are both on the autism spectrum.

Parents, Children on Autism Spectrum Share Special Bond
Wausau Daily Herald
June 9, 2012
“David Bodkin says his wife is akin to a translator in a foreign country as they raise their daughter with autism.” Read more…

Freezer Failure at Brain Bank Hampers Autism Research
Boston Globe
June 11, 2012
“A freezer malfunction at Harvard-affiliated McLean Hospital has severely damaged one-third of the world’s largest collection of autism brain samples, potentially setting back research on the disorder by years, scientists say.” Read more…

Frustrated By Autism, A Father Turns To Photos
National Public Radio
June 13, 2012
"I don't care about autism," says San Francisco-based photographer Timothy Archibald, who has a way of being refreshingly candid about kids who have it.” Read more…

Portland Does the Right Thing for Healthcare By Covering Autism Treatment
OregonLive
June 12, 2012
“The Portland City Council recently approved a new health benefits package for city employees and their dependents. The new package was the result of a detailed process that refined and updated many of the services offered.” Read more…