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Images offer autism insight
Sarah Price
January 6, 2008
BRAIN scans are delivering a new perspective on autism and Asperger syndrome, providing a greater understanding of what is behind the characteristic repetitive behaviour.
Professor Florence Levy, from the University of NSW's school of psychiatry, said the scans could help lead to better, more targeted treatment.
An estimated 120,000 Australians live with autism or Asperger syndrome.
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Images offer autism insight - National - smh.com.au
This lady is fascinating, functioning at a high level with autism
I had a bit of trouble downloading the audio, but there are many other references to her work if you google her name.
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A Conversation with Temple Grandin
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Talk of the Nation, January 20, 2006 · Animal scientist Temple Grandin says autism helps her see things as animals do. Grandin talks about her work designing humane slaughter systems for animals, and her unique way of looking at the world.
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