In 1987 Dr. Lovaas led a research project which showed that 48% of the participants of the study were indistinguishable from their peers and were able to enter Grade One without the support of an Educational Assistant.
Local Connection: Prince Edward Island offers a limited Preschool IBI Service of only 20 hours per week through the [...]
Entries Tagged as ‘Tidbit of the Day’
October 4, 2008
Autism tidbit of the Day 2
October 1, 2008
Autism tidbit of the day 1
According to the latest statistics from the CDC (Center for Disease Control), Autism affects approx. 1 in 150 children.
Local connection: There are approximately 1350 children born each year on Prince Edward Island. This would suggest that approximately 9 families each year will give birth to children who will be affected by Autism.
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October 1, 2008
October is Autism Awareness Month
October is going to be a busy month! There are many events taking place locally and right across Canada. I am going to take this opportunity over the next 31 days to create discussion and educate the public about autism. Look out for the daily autism tidbit of the day!
How timely is the upcoming federal [...]
