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The student news site of Carlisle High School

Periscope

The student news site of Carlisle High School

Periscope

Students on the autism spectrum may feel like others in the high school setting do not understand them.  Increased awareness of this disorder may help those struggling to make connections with their peers.

Across the spectrum: understanding autism in high school students

Samantha Martin, Editor in Chief April 9, 2018

Although autism is extremely common among American youth, it often seems as if it is forgotten and misunderstood by the those who do not have autism, or are not related to someone with autism.   According...

April was Autism Awareness Month, the symbol for which is shown above.

Understanding Autism: debunking common misconceptions about this developmental disorder

Janie Haseman, News Editor May 5, 2014

What has many faces can affect anyone no matter their race, gender, or social standing? The answer is Autism. About one in every 68 people today has this developmental disorder. To give that perspective,...

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