Teenagers with autistic-like traits often experience functional somatic symptoms (FSS)—in other words, physical symptoms that cannot be readily explained medically. In a new study, Elske Hogendoorn
A new study offers insights into the responses of adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to painful stimuli. Tseela Hoffman and colleagues investigated pain perception in
Highlighting Bernard Rimland’s Vision and Contributions to the Autism Field To mark nearly a century of written history of autism, the Autism Research Institute (ARI) recently opened
Mothers who receive periodontal treatment during pregnancy may reduce the odds of their children developing autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to a new study. Carl Bose and
Microbiota transfer therapy (MTT) may lead to long-term improvements in the gut health of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to a recent study by
A study from Spain indicates that children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have a high rate of vision problems. Carlota Gutiérrez and colleagues collected data on
Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may have an increased genetic risk for sleep problems, according to a new study. Rackeb Tesfaye and colleagues analyzed data
Anxiety is a very common issue for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), and a new study from China suggests that vigorous exercise may help to
A new study from the Netherlands adds to evidence that vitamin D deficiency is common in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Jet Muskens and colleagues measured the
A new study suggests that exposure to air pollutants before birth and during childhood may lead to alterations in white matter microstructure in the brain. Abnormal white matter
