Scientists discover a surprising cause of autism, Alzheimer’s, schizophrenia
In recent years, scientists around the world have been working hard to better understand mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
These...
Lab-grown ‘mini-brains’ show new cause of autism
Scientists from Mayo Clinic and Yale University have made an important discovery that may help explain how autism spectrum disorder begins in the very...
Tiny brain links may hold the key to autism, scientists discover
Autism is a condition that starts very early in life and affects how a person speaks, behaves, learns, and connects with others. People with...
Study finds a big cause of autism, Alzheimer’s and schizophrenia
In recent years, scientists have learned a lot more about mental health conditions such as autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease.
Researchers now know that changes...
Can removing certain foods help children with autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects how people think, interact, and experience the world around them.
While there's no known cure for...
Warmer nights during pregnancy may be linked to autism risk, study finds
A large new study suggests that unusually warm nights during pregnancy could be linked to a higher chance of autism diagnosis in children.
Researchers from...
People with autism show facial emotions differently
A new study shows that autistic and non-autistic people may express their emotions using different facial movements. This may help explain why they sometimes...
The hidden health cost of growing up with ADHD traits
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, often called ADHD, is usually discussed in terms of learning, behavior, and mental health.
However, new research suggests its effects may...
Study finds new cause of autism development
Autism is a developmental condition that affects how people communicate and interact with others. It usually appears in early childhood and is more common...
Study shows overlapping brain patterns in autism and ADHD
A new study has found that autism and ADHD may be more alike than we thought.
Instead of just looking at them as separate conditions,...