Using drug Tylenol during pregnancy linked to high autism, ADHD risk
In a new study, researchers found that exposure to acetaminophen in the womb may increase a child’s risk for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)...
Many adults with autism believe they are ‘bad people’
In a new study, researchers found many over-50s who were diagnosed with autism late in life had grown up believing they were bad people.
It...
New brain discovery may improve earlier diagnosis of autism
In a new study, researchers have found differences in the brainwaves of autistic teenagers responsible for their visual perception.
This could assist in earlier diagnosis...
Children with autism have higher prevalence of pain
In a new study, researchers found children with autism have an elevated prevalence of pain compared with children without autism.
The research was conducted by...
Synesthesia linked to autism, says new study
People with autism often have enhanced sensory sensitivity. They are, for example, much more likely to be affected by bright light and loud noises.
They...
Exposure to this stuff in pregnancy linked to high risk of ADHD, autism
In a new study, researchers found Exposure to acetaminophen in the womb may increase a child's risk for attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism.
The...
People with autism have a more symmetrical brain
In a new study, researchers found fewer differences between the right and left hemispheres in people with autism.
They found differences in brain asymmetry between...
New way to help kids with autism master daily living skills
In a new study, researchers found teens with autism can master daily living skills when their parents teach them with iPads.
The research was conducted...
This test may better detect a common genetic cause of autism
In a new study, researchers found a new stand-alone test can more precisely diagnose people with a common genetic cause of autism than the...
Scientists solve an important puzzle on autism and inflammation
Current evidence continues to mount demonstrating immune dysfunction and inflammation in specific brain regions of children diagnosed with autism.
In a new study, researchers found...