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Autistic people experience loneliness far more acutely than neurotypical people – new research

Autistic people are up to four times more likely to experience loneliness than non-autistic people. Despite enduring stereotypes that autistic people lack the desire for...

Loneliness strongly harms people with autism, study finds

Loneliness is a pervasive issue that affects both neurotypical and neurodivergent individuals. However, recent research challenges the stereotype that autistic people avoid seeking meaningful social...

1 in 4 teens with autism are not diagnosed

A Closer Look into Adolescents and Autism Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often wears many faces, some of which are harder to identify than others. A considerable...

Common plastic additive linked to autism, ADHD

The soaring incidence of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a growing concern, with environmental factors and genetic predispositions...

People with autism have higher risks of chronic health problems

A groundbreaking study conducted by the University of Cambridge reveals that individuals with autism are more susceptible to a variety of chronic physical health...

A simple eye exam may detect autism in women

The underdiagnosis of autism in females is often attributed to their ability to better mask symptoms compared to males. New research from the University of...

Scientists find links between adverse drug reactions and autism

In a significant collaborative study, research teams from DGIST, Seoul National University, Korea University, and Konkuk University have identified key environmental factors and genetic...

New brain imaging technique could offer more accurate autism diagnosis

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects social interaction, communication, interests, and behavior. While the signs often develop in childhood, diagnosing autism...

Scientists find a new cause of autism in the brain

Autism is a condition that makes it hard for some people to communicate and interact with others. It's something that usually starts to show in...

AI could help diagnose autism, study finds

Autism is a brain condition that affects how people think, feel, and interact with others. It's different for everyone, and understanding it fully is...