Constipation in infancy associated with higher likelihood of autism diagnosis
More evidence linking autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to gastrointestinal problems comes from a study by researchers in Taiwan and the United States, who report that ASD
Mothers’ exposure to airborne pollution may increase likelihood of autism
A new study from Sweden suggests that maternal exposure to airborne pollution during pregnancy may increase the likelihood of a child being diagnosed with classical autism or
Nonverbal kids with autism may understand much more language than they produce
Nonverbal or minimally verbal children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may understand significantly more language than they are able to produce, according to a new study.
Earlier intervention leads to greater benefits for kids with autism
Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) who receive intensive early intervention at the age of 18 months fare significantly better than those who begin receiving this
Introducing the National Autism History Museum – Part 2
Dr. Rimland's Vision | Why an Autism History Museum? | What to Expect | HoursWhy an autism history museum?Museums serve as foundations that preserve and illuminate periods in our
ARI: Advancing our Understanding of Autism
Established in 1967, the Autism Research Institute (ARI) is the world's longest-standing organization dedicated to autism research. For more than half a century, we’ve worked to improve
Functional somatic problems are common in adolescents with elevated autistic traits
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
Study investigates responses to pain in individuals with autism
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
Introducing the National Autism History Museum – Part I
Dr. Rimland's Vision | Why an Autism History Museum? | What to Expect | Hours Highlighting Bernard Rimland’s Vision and Contributions to the Autism Field To mark nearly
Could treating moms’ periodontal disease lower odds of autism?
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