Posts Tagged ‘Health’

This article from the ABC Health website is highly recommend reading. Most of us struggle with the transition to adulthood, but for people on the autism spectrum this period presents unique challenges.

But Josie Santomauro was determined she and her son would prove that doctor wrong. And, 15 years later, it seems they are well on their way to doing that.

Damian is now completing a psychology degree at the University of Queensland, has a job at a laboratory and a steady girlfriend. He and his mother have co-authored a book about his experiences, Asperger Download, which they hope will help other young people with the condition negotiate the difficult path through adolescence. Read the rest of this entry »

Dr Norman Swan takes time out from the ABC’s Health Report to discuss the question – Can your friends make you fat?, in this interesting 1 minute video.

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