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
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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
Study points to possible role of microbial metabolite in ASD
A new study adds to evidence that alterations of the gut microbiome may play a key role in autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Noting that urinary and
Lifestyle issues play role in shorter life expectancy
Individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have a shorter life expectancy than people in the general population, and a new study suggests that lifestyle issues play
Insulin resistance studied in children, teens with autism
Some abnormalities seen in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be caused by insulin resistance affecting the brain and central nervous system, according to a new study
Observers may incorrectly rate people with ASD as being less truthful
Adults with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may be incorrectly perceived by other people as being deceptive and lacking credibility, according to a new study. Alliyza Lim
Symptoms are similar in young boys, girls with ASD
Research indicates that in school-aged children, teenagers, and adults with autism spectrum (ASD), symptoms differ significantly between males and females. Because of this, there are concerns
Researchers find clues to inconsistent microbiome findings in ASD, see longitudinal effects
A new study suggests that changes occurring over time in the behavior of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may be related to their gut microbiomes.
Alzheimer’s drug appears to benefit adult men with fragile X
A drug intended to help people with Alzheimer’s disease may also be beneficial for individuals with fragile X syndrome, according to a new study. Fragile X syndrome