The Ancient Roots of Autism Susceptibility Genes
Casanova dives into the ancient origins of autism susceptibility genes. She outlines periods of rapid gene evolution in early vertebrates and provides an introduction to basic genetics. The presenter
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Treating autism with contingent electric shock: Are all possible options really considered?
The use of punishment to treat severe behavioral challenges in autistic children was first introduced nearly 60 years ago. Although most people in the autism community strongly disagree
Plural ‘Autisms’ and the Promises of Autism Metabolomics
The increasing moves towards the pluralisation of autism -- ‘the autisms’ -- and the many routes to a diagnosis of autism. What studying dietary
Autistic traits common in teens, young adults with a substance use disorder
Many teens and young adults who seek treatment for a substance use disorder (SUD) exhibit previously unidentified traits characteristic of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to
Contextual clues can trip up individuals with ASD
Adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may have difficulty understanding other people’s emotions because they do not use contextual clues, a new study suggests. The study,
Pregnancy spacing may affect odds of ASD
Mothers of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may reduce their odds of having another child with ASD if they time a second pregnancy to occur
Job losses, cuts in hours or pay during COVID increase depression in adults with ASD
A new study indicates that rates of depression rise significantly in individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) if they experience a job loss or reduction in
Researchers report new findings about oxytocin and ASD
While a new meta-analysis of 31 studies suggests that children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have lower levels of oxytocin in their blood compared to neurotypical
Editorial: Planning for the Future of Autism Research
As a result of the slowdown in autism research over the past two years due to the pandemic, we have an opportunity to reevaluate our current understanding
Preemptive intervention for at-risk infants may reduce ASD risk and symptoms, study suggests
Preemptive intervention for infants who exhibit signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may reduce the intensity of their ASD traits and lower their odds of receiving