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• Challenges and Hope: Seeking an Understanding of Autism. (1992). Length: 23 minutes. Produced by the Autism Research Foundation at Boston City Hospital. This video introduces autism and discusses neurological research being done by Margaret Bauman and others. A major focus of the video is the need for donated brains of people with autism who have died. Recommended for parents and professionals interested in understanding the role of brain research. For ordering information, contact the Autism Research Foundation at 1-617-414-5288 or online at http://www.ladders.org/pages/TARF.html.
• Different Journey: Current Medical Knowledge. (1996). Length: 60 minutes. Developed by the University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA). This video features Dr. Peter Tanguay, Dr. Ricki Robinson and Dr. Susan Smalley speaking to parents in an informal medical setting. Some of the medical issues addressed include genetics, medications and vitamins, diagnosis and dealing with pediatricians, and areas of brain research related to autism spectrum disorders. Recommended for professionals and family members interested in various areas of medical research. For ordering information, contact Future Horizons at 1-800-489-0727 or online at http://www.futurehorizons-autism.com/.
• Invisible Wall: Autism. (2001). Length: 52 minutes. Developed as part of a series, Fires of the Mind, by the Discovery Channel. This program delves into the physiology of autism. Computer animation reveals the impact of autism on the language center and other parts of the brain, while case studies demonstrate interventions being used to help people with autism live fuller lives. Interviews with Ivar Lovaas, BJ Freeman, Temple Grandin, and a variety of therapists are featured. Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning more about research and strategies for working with individuals at various ages and across the spectrum. For order information, contact the Films for the Humanities and Sciences at 1-800-257-5126 or online at http://ffh.films.com/.
• Medications: Fact and Fiction/Diagnosing and Evaluating Medications for Autism. (1999). Length: 28 minutes. Developed by Future Horizons. This video features Temple Grandin discussing the diagnosis, neurology, characteristics, and subtypes of autism. Dr. Grandin provides an overview of the various medications used with individuals with autism spectrum disorder, and presents a framework for assessing the risks and benefits of specific medications. Dr. Grandin is not a medical doctor, but provides her input as someone with an autism spectrum disorder. For ordering information, contact Future Horizons at 1-800-489-0727 or online at http://www.futurehorizons-autism.com/.
• Understanding Autism: A Biomedical Approach? (2002). Length: 12 minutes. Developed for The News Hour with Jim Lehrer. Dr. Mike Walsh discusses his research findings related to the presence of excessive levels of metals in the bodies of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders. Family members and professionals, including Dr, Bennett Leventhal, discuss Dr. Walsh’s work. Recommended for family members or medical personnel interested in the biological aspects of autism spectrum disorders. For ordering information, contact the Films for the Humanities and Sciences at 1-800-257-5126 or online at http://ffh.films.com/.