UC Davis Researchers Use Epigenetics to Find Genetic Signatures of Autism in Newborns

Medicine & Technology Oct 23, 2020

Early diagnosis of autism is essential to meet the needs of children who have neurodevelopmental deficiencies. Researchers discover that DNA from the umbilical cord can help with the early diagnosis and intervention of ASD.

Autism Shows Unique Signs of Neuron Development in the Cortex

Aug 24, 2020

Researchers discover that autism can be found during early brain development of neuron cells. Better understanding of neuron development is not to cure or prevent autism, but to understand the diversity of brain development.

Thomas the Tank Engine Song Brings Lost Autistic Boy Into Safety After Being Lost in the Victorian Woodlands for Two Days

Jun 11, 2020

A 14-year old autistic boy lost in Victoria was finally found after two days of being stranded in Mount Disappointment. Rescuers used the soundtrack from his favorite television show, Thomas the Tank Engine, to help in his search. Click to learn more.

Supermarket Chain Aldi Withdraws Times Table Placemat from Inventory After Autistic Boy Points Out Awkward Miscalculation

May 22, 2020

A 4-year-old autistic boy obsessed with numbers spots an embarrassing mistake in one of the items sold by Aldi. A multiplication table placemat that said '12x12=60' was pulled out of inventory in 500 Australian stores due to the clever boy's discovery.

Interactive Video Games May Help Children With Autism

Oct 03, 2019

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may benefit from interactive games that help facilitate learning processes and improve motivation.

Genetic Mutation May Help Understand Autism

Jul 22, 2019

Understanding the genetic mutation that happens in humans is vital in understanding what could be causing autism and how to deal with it.

Potential Connection between Autism and Use of Antidepressants during Pregnancy

Apr 30, 2019

Researchers foresee a possible mechanism that could potentially be exploited for future therapies

Scientists Are Closer to Identifying Causes of Disturbed Sleep in Autism

Apr 29, 2019

PMS patients who are missing the SHANKS3 gene have trouble falling asleep and wake up multiple times during the night

Fecal Transplant Reduces Autism Symptoms to 50% after Two Years

Apr 10, 2019

In a recent study, human gut microbiomes affect neurological health and brain communication

On World Autism Awareness Day, a look at how the disorder was named

Apr 02, 2019

Greater awareness of autism spectrum disorder will result in greater understanding and inclusion

Robota & Leka: Teachers' Robot Assistants Of Children With Autism & Special Needs

May 17, 2017

Artificial Intelligence can now do the strenuous job of routine repetition when caring and teaching children with developmental disabilities. These robots also detect talk and analyze special children when they are in distress and need immediate attention.

Diabetes Drug Metformin May Be The Treatment For Autism Condition Called Fragile X Syndrome

May 17, 2017

Metformin drug shows promise in Fragile X Syndrome treatment.

Diabetes Drug Metformin May Be The Treatment For Autism Condition Called Fragile X Syndrome

May 17, 2017

Metformin drug shows promise in Fragile X Syndrome treatment.

Antidepressants During Pregnancy Not An Autism Risk

Apr 24, 2017

Research shows that when all other factors are considered such as genetics and lifestyle, antidepressants taken by pregnant women do not really increase the risk of autism for the unborn child.

Autism Spectrum Disorder Maybe Caused By Weak Maternal Immune System

Mar 22, 2017

Scientists have found out that autism spectrum disorder might be caused by the weak maternal immune system.