What is causing autism rates to rise? And should we be concerned?
Autism diagnoses have skyrocketed—from a rare condition to a common reality for 1 in 36 children.
The dramatic rise has drawn national attention, including from...
Deep brain stimulation could reduce self-injury in children with autism
A small pilot study has shown that deep brain stimulation (DBS), a surgical treatment that delivers electrical signals to specific areas of the brain,...
Childhood inflammation may cause autism, ADHD
A new study from the University of Maryland School of Medicine has found a possible link between inflammation during childhood and problems with brain...
Study finds an important cause of autism
Autism is a developmental condition that affects how a person communicates and interacts with others. It is diagnosed in about 1 in 59 children...
This diet in pregnancy may increase risk of ADHD and autism in children
A new study from Denmark suggests that a mother's diet during pregnancy may influence her child's risk of developing ADHD or autism.
Researchers found that...
Study finds new gene linked to autism and developmental delays
A recent international study published in Molecular Psychiatry has identified new genetic variants associated with autism and developmental delays.
This discovery adds to the growing list of...
Children with autism have lower risk of severe injuries than kids with ADHD
A new study published in JAMA Network Open suggests that children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have a lower risk of injury compared to children with...
No strong evidence that mother’s health conditions cause autism
A large new study challenges the common belief that a mother's health during pregnancy directly influences her child's risk of autism. Instead, researchers found...
Research shows big cause of autism and ADHD
Scientists from the University of Maryland School of Medicine have discovered a link between inflammation in children and how certain brain cells develop. This...
New research shows root cause of autism
Autism, a developmental condition affecting about 1 in 59 children, often leads to challenges in communication and behavioral differences. Boys are four times more...