Transportation issues rarely addressed by providers
Very few medical or behavioral specialists discuss driving or other transportation-related issues with patients who have ASD (autism spectrum disorders), according to a new study. Emma Sartin
The Autism Research Institute’s Approach to Autism
We continue to gain insight into the many aspects of autism from research studies and from individuals on the spectrum. The more we know about autism, the
The Autism Research Institute: Our Standard of Excellence
I was fortunate to know Dr. Bernard Rimland for nearly 30 years and worked closely with him for more than 20 years. From the time he established
Highlights of ARI’s First Fifty Years
This year marks the Autism Research Institute’s 50th anniversary. As part of our year-long celebration, we have created a timeline of many of our major accomplishments. I
Maternal sleep apnea may cause autism-like changes in males
A new animal study suggests that maternal sleep apnea during pregnancy may increase the risk of male children developing brain and behavioral changes associated with autism.
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 a
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, by
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 2.5
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 hours
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 children,