Autistic and non-autistic people communicate equally well, study finds
A new study from the University of Edinburgh challenges the common belief that autistic people struggle to communicate effectively. Published in Nature Human Behaviour,...
Scientists find new cause of autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease
In recent years, scientists have made big strides in understanding mental health conditions like autism spectrum disorder (ASD), schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease. They’ve found...
Research shows a root cause of autism
Autism is a developmental condition that affects about 1 in 59 children. It often leads to challenges in communication and differences in behavior. Boys...
Which medications are commonly prescribed for autistic people and why?
Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition. Someone may have social and communication differences, sensory issues and/or restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour or interests.
There has been...
Study shows a big cause of autism, ADHD
Scientists from the University of Maryland School of Medicine have made an important discovery about how children's brains develop. They found that inflammation in...
No extra memory loss in older adults with autism, study finds
A new study from University College London (UCL) has found that older people who show signs of autism do not experience more memory problems...
Cannabis compound CBD may help children with autism, new study finds
A recent study has found that cannabidiol (CBD), a compound found in cannabis, may help reduce anxiety and improve social behavior in children and...
Gut health may affect the brain and behavior in children with autism
A new study from the University of Southern California (USC) has found that gut health could play a big role in shaping the brain...
Research shows a new cause of autism
Autism is a condition that affects how people communicate, learn, and interact with others. It usually appears in early childhood and is more common...
Study finds big cause of autism in the brain
Autism is a condition that begins early in life and affects how a person communicates, behaves, and interacts with others. It’s something people are...