Monthly Archives: January 2010

People With Schizophrenia Fare Better in Developing Cultures

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Thomas Armstrong

International studies conducted by the World Health Organization over the past three decades, have concluded that people with schizophrenia fare better over time in developing countries compared with industrialized nations.  In the current issue of The New York Times Magazine, writer … Continue reading →

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A “cure” for Down syndrome? — Reader feedback: Contrarian

Posted on January 12, 2010 by Thomas Armstrong

In response to news reports that it may be possible in the future to "cure" Down syndrome by intervening early in development using psychoactive medication, Jenn Power, the mother of identical twins with Down syndrome, responded on the blog Contrarian: … Continue reading →

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Yoga Used to Treat U.S. Soldiers Who Have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Posted on January 10, 2010 by Thomas Armstrong

Since 2006, Walter Reed Medical Center has been treating soldiers diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) using a healing practice employed in ancient India:  yoga.  Consisting of a series of physical postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation strategies, yoga is seen as instrumental in helping … Continue reading →

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AMC Movie Series Provides Autism-Friendly Environment

Posted on January 10, 2010 by Thomas Armstrong

AMC Entertainment is teaming up with the Autism Society to create movie experiences on a monthly basis that are autism-friendly.  AMC movie auditoriums will bring the lights up and turn the sound down to accommodate those who are sensitive to sensory … Continue reading →

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The Adolescent and Adult Neuro-Diversity Handbook

Posted on January 9, 2010 by Thomas Armstrong

 [Product Description from Amazon.com].   "Increasing numbers of adults are realising that they have been living with an undiagnosed developmental condition, yet most information and support focuses on children. This leaves many adults confused and in the dark. "The Adolescent and Adult … Continue reading →

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