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Study finds a big hidden cause of autism in the brain

Scientists around the world have made a lot of progress in understanding mental health conditions like autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease. They have discovered many...

Childhood inflammation may cause ADHD, autism

Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have made an exciting discovery that could help explain how some brain disorders begin in...

Prenatal supplements in pregnancy may lower autism risk by 30%

Researchers from Curtin University in Australia and several universities in Ethiopia have found that taking folic acid and multivitamin supplements during pregnancy may lower...

Study finds big shared cause of autism, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists have learned a lot about mental health conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, schizophrenia, and Alzheimer’s disease. They have discovered many genetic changes and...

Scientists say there’s no proof gut bacteria cause autism

A group of scientists is challenging the popular idea that gut bacteria play a role in causing autism. In a new opinion article published in...

Air pollution during pregnancy may increase autism risk

A new Canadian study has found that exposure to certain air pollutants during pregnancy and early childhood may increase the risk of autism spectrum...

Scientists find a new cause of autism

Autism is a condition that affects how a child grows and learns. It usually shows up early in life, and children with autism often...

Scientists find a big hidden cause of autism

Autism is a condition that affects how a person thinks, learns, and interacts with others. It usually appears early in childhood and can continue...

Understanding autism: 10 things to know

Autism spectrum disorder has recently been in the headlines due to disputed claims about possible risk factors, including the use of Tylenol during pregnancy. But...

Study shows big cause of autism, ADHD

Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have discovered something important about how the brain grows during childhood. They found that inflammation—your body’s...