The Gut, Autism, and Mental Health
Learn about the relationship between the gut-brain axis, mental health, and autism. The speaker: Calliope Holingue, MPH, PhD is a
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Learn about the relationship between the gut-brain axis, mental health, and autism. The speaker: Calliope Holingue, MPH, PhD is a
Gray Atherton, Ph.D., details the socialization of the female gender experience and how that plays into autism gender biases. The speaker discusses the experiences of autistic women,
Dr. Gray Atherton, Ph.D., explores the connection between autism and anthropomorphism. She provides a brief historical and social context for anthropomorphism in our daily lives before
Pamela Wisniewski, PhD, presents new research about the online and social media experiences of autistic teens and young adults. Her research findings emphasize teaching teens how
Dr. Judy Van de Water, Ph.D., explores the role of gestational factors in the development of autism. She explains how maternal immune activation, antibody patterns, and immune markers
Dean Alexander, Ph.D., discusses pica, the ingestion of non-food substances, which has received insufficient attention as a common, sometimes lethal, form of self-injurious behavior. He discusses the
In this joint presentation with the World Autism Organization, Frederico Balzola, MD, discusses the intersection of chronic inflammation, gastrointestinal issues, and autism. He considers intestinal permeability
A new book, titled Understanding and Treating Sleep Disturbances in Autism, is now available from Jessica Kingsley Publishers. The book is edited by ARI's executive director, Stephen
Gray Atherton, Ph.D., discusses pet ownership as it relates to autistic individuals. She gives context for the importance of this topic, details the theories underpinning her
Meltdowns and tantrums present with similar characteristics and are challenging to navigate; however, the root causes of tantrums and meltdowns are very different, and it is crucial