April 17, 2024

Autism Research

Autism 2021: What we know now

Susan Shalhoub | 6/29/2021

Autism is a complex, brain-based condition that affects behavior as well as social and communication skills. Often, difficulty in communication is present. In some cases, the condition can manifest itself in repetitive motor behaviors — body rocking, for example — along with strong reactions to any change in routine, and unusual interests or compulsions — a fascination with trains, for example, or the statistics relating to one particular team. 

This story also features expert opinions, business briefs and people in the news: Reece Scott; Cheryl Scott; Ed Scott; Jose Martinez-Diaz; Dr. Kimberly Sloman; Florida Tech President Dwayne McCay 

  

 

Want to read the whole article?
Select from the following options:

Tags: Healthcare, Research & Development, Feature

Florida Business News

Florida News Releases

Florida Trend Video Pick

New art telling history of Bern’s Steakhouse
New art telling history of Bern’s Steakhouse

The second-generation owners of Tampa’s famous Bern’s Steakhouse reached out all the way to New Mexico for new artwork, reflecting the restaurant's story.

Video Picks | Viewpoints@FloridaTrend

Ballot Box

Do you think recreational marijuana should be legal in Florida?

  • Yes, I'm in favor of legalizing marijuana
  • Absolutely not
  • I'm on the fence
  • Other (share thoughts in the comment section below)

See Results

Florida Trend Media Company
490 1st Ave S
St Petersburg, FL 33701
727.821.5800

© Copyright 2024 Trend Magazines Inc. All rights reserved.