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Christina, a speech professor, and a researcher recalls one of her young clients, a child diagnosed with autism condition, loved to recite new words that she discovered while going through her dictionary. "She read every word…

Expectant mothers with higher levels of DDT pesticides in their bloodstream during the course of their pregnancy phase are likelier to have children who could be autistic, as per a research involving a study of more than a million pregnant…

Young women with a history of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) are seen to be likelier to have an autistic offspring compared to their peers who are non-PCOS. The analysis of PCOS was carried out by a research team based out of Cambridge…

Ever imagined, how life would be if you had to struggle with everyday tasks? Although many would argue this isn’t something that one needs to worry about, there are people who struggle with simple life tasks such as tying their shoelace,…

Specialized training programs that are given to teachers are seen to be helpful in assisting young students with autism condition to achieve big results, as per the observations made by researchers based out of Emory University and Florida…

Adults with Aspergers are seen to be nine times likelier to experience suicide triggering thoughts compared to the general population as per a recent clinical study. The study involved a controlled group survey involving 118 women…

ADHD is a mental disorder that is characterized by a tirade of symptoms such as excessive activity, issues with focus and attention or difficulties controlling an individual’s behavior. ADHD symptoms can also affect romantic relationships…

Autistic teenagers who have difficulties in their social environment are observed to be victims of depressive symptoms and are prone to bullying. Researchers based out of the University of Bristol used series of planned…

Seizures that occur during the early life of an individual play a key role in switching synapses across the brain networks in autistic individuals. Seizures are also seen to cause neurodevelopmental delays in young people with autism and…

One in 68 children in the United States is said to be diagnosed with autism condition as per the data available with Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Autism signs are seen to be triggered during the early childhood phase of an…

It is a well-known fact that autism condition cannot be detected easily during the first few months of infant’s life. However, a new study has showcased EEG’s which are used to measure the electrical activities of the brain can accurately…

A recent study debunked the common myth of pregnant women bearing autistic offspring due to their fish-eating habits. Researchers comment, eating fish can never be linked to autism nor does the consumption give rise to any autistic traits.…

A recent study investigating genetic variants that are associated with ADHD or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder are observed to exploit genetic overlaps between educational attainments and the individual diagnosed with the disorder.…

A questionnaire designed to measure the restricted and repetitive behaviors in adults, with autism condition, is a helpful tool in evaluating autism symptoms online. Autism test adult is observed to be one of the first effective…

A few decades back, it seemed to be rather unusual for a student with autism enter college or continue his/her higher studies. However, with greater awareness and tireless advocacy, things have started moving in favor of youngsters…

A method, the first of its kind, to assist medical practitioners in detecting autism has finally been designed by scientists. The method is believed to predict autism by accurately analyzing metabolic biomarkers, according to the results of…

Research scientists at the University of Cambridge have successfully discovered genes that are specifically linked to the brain anatomies of children diagnosed with autism condition. Earlier studies have highlighted notable…

Recent research led by a team of scientists and researchers from  King’s College, based in London, and the University of Bristol have found an underlying link between high sugary diets and high-fat content which may increase the occurrence…

Social difficulties are seen to be the most devastating of all the challenges that occur with an autism diagnosis. However, it should be noted that autism condition is incurable. A recent study, involving researchers from the University of…

A recent study, led by researchers based at McMaster University, has identified a gene that could well be responsible for developmental disorders including, but not limited to, autism. The team discovered alterations of the gene…