Theresa McFarland

Educational Evaluation of Special Education Student With Autism

All students in special education are required by law to have a complete evaluation every three years to determine eligibility for special education services. The following case study is about a student named "Adam". Adam is seven years old and has autism. He is in a Special Day Class setting in a public school. The case study includes details of Adam's three-year educational evaluation. ... (posted by Theresa 4 years 86 days ago.)

Celiac Disease and Autism

A disease called celiac disease is under investigation to show a link between autism and behavior. Celiac disease is caused from mal-absorption of nutrients. The hair-like projections called villi, in the intestinal tract are flattened from a reaction to gluten. One who carries the disease is unable to absorb essential nutrients from their food. Celiac disease affects the carrier both physically and psychologically. It can cause... (posted by Theresa 4 years 91 days ago.)