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Study Links Specific Gene to Autism Subtype
This will be a game changer in the way scientists are researching autism," says lead author Raphael Bernier, clinical director of the Autism Center at Seattle Children's Hospital.
They are all so different’: Autism requires variety of treatments
JOHNSTOWN — Tina Dallape heard the small child’s voice say, “Want some,” but she knew her 3-year-old daughter, Sophia, was not in the room.
Learning gains for autistic children
La Trobe researchers achieve a breakthrough in helping overcome learning difficulties in children with autism.
Autism Risk Half Genetic, Half Environmental
Although autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is known to aggregate in families, individual risk is poorly understood. Even the heritability of ASD, a broad and seemingly straightforward population measure, is uncertain. In evaluating heritability, several studies have focused on twins, particularly pairs in which at least one twin had a diagnosis of ASD.
UC San Diego Autism Research Described as
UC San Diego scientists say they've made a breakthrough in autism research. Researchers found using stem cells can help them find the right drug to treat the disorder.
Autism linked to overconnectivity in brain networks
HealthDay News -- Adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) show atypically increased functional connectivity involving two brain networks that are crucial for social cognition, according to researchers.
How the Family Dog Can Help Kids With Autism
WEDNESDAY, April 16, 2014 (HealthDay News) — Children with autism may find the “unconditional” love of the family dog a real help, a small new study finds.
Drama can help autistic children improve their symptoms, a study has shown
Children with autism who take part in drama and performance activities may be able to improve their communication and interpersonal skills, a study has found.
UCLA professor studies infants’ brains for autism research
Rates of autism are on the rise, with 1 in 50 American children being diagnosed as affected by the disorder.
The game that can give you 10 extra years of life
When game designer Jane McGonigal found herself bedridden and suicidal following a severe concussion, she had a fascinating idea for how to get better.