A new documentary about an Icelandic mother trying to come to terms with her son's autism will be narrated by Kate Winslet.
Winslet, 33, was compelled to agree to do the narration for director Fridrik Thor Fridriksson's 'The Sunshine Boy' after she watched footage that he had sent her.
Autism Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prognosis
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder typically characterized by impaired social and communication skills combined with repetitive movements.
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder typically characterized by impaired social and communication skills combined with repetitive movements.
"I am delighted and honoured that Kate agreed to do the narration," Contactmusic quoted her as saying.
"Her contribution plays an instrumental role in increasing awareness for autism, which many claim is the world's fastest-growing epidemic," she added.
Autism Expert Discusses Expanded Clinical Services for Childhood Disorders
Fred R. Volkmar, M.D., director of the Yale Child Study Center and a renowned expert in autism and related disorders, will discuss the expansion of the Center’s specialty clinical services
Fred R. Volkmar, M.D., director of the Yale Child Study Center and a renowned expert in autism and related disorders, will discuss the expansion of the Center’s specialty clinical services
The flick will feature musical contributions from Icelandic stars Bjork and Sigur Ros.
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American State Lawmakers Make Moves To Tackle Autism
Senators worried over New Jersey’s claim to the highest autism rate in America,are pushing law proposals to promote research into autism and provide lifetime care for those with the disorder.
Senators worried over New Jersey’s claim to the highest autism rate in America,are pushing law proposals to promote research into autism and provide lifetime care for those with the disorder.
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New Research Could Lead To Important Advances In Methods For Treating Autism
When it comes to learning new behaviors, autistic kids rely more on their own internal sense of body position rather than external cues, typically used by developing children, says study.
When it comes to learning new behaviors, autistic kids rely more on their own internal sense of body position rather than external cues, typically used by developing children, says study.
