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...
Study shows important causes of schizophrenia and autism
Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have discovered that inflammation during childhood might affect the development of certain brain cells.
This new...
Study shows key causes of autism, ADHD
Scientists at the University of Maryland School of Medicine have made an important discovery about how inflammation in children may affect brain development.
Their research...
Big benefits of multilingualism for children with autism
A study from UCLA Health highlights how speaking multiple languages can improve thinking and self-control in children, whether they are autistic or not. It...
Gut health plays a critical role in autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects how children communicate, behave, and interact with others.
While the exact causes of autism are still...
More than 61 million people have autism globally, study finds
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and perceive the world. It varies widely from person to...