Editorial – Autism Research: Paving the Road Ahead
Over the past 50-plus years, research on autism has moved forward, but only at a slow and steady pace. As of today, there are few promising
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Does gastrointestinal mucus play a role in ASD?
A recent research review suggests that autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and other neurological conditions may cause changes in gut mucus, and these changes in turn may worsen
Widespread vitamin D deficiency again found in children, teens with ASD
A new study from Turkey adds to evidence that vitamin D deficiency is significantly higher in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) than in the
“Genetic wrinkles” in DNA may explain some cases of ASD
Researchers in Canada report that expanded tandem DNA repeats—what they dub “genetic wrinkles” in DNA—may play a significant role in autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Stephen Scherer and
Wearing compression garments may improve behavior, posture of some individuals with ASD
Full-body compression garments may significantly improve the posture and behavior of some individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to a new study. Vincent Guinchat and colleagues
Choosing Toys for a Child with Autism
If you find yourself shopping for a child with autism spectrum disorder, you might wonder about if there are certain toys and gifts are better than others.
Cells that line blood vessels implicated in one form of autism
A new study implicates defects in endothelial cells, which are the cells that line blood vessels, as a cause of behavioral symptoms in individuals with a gene
More evidence of GI issues reported in kids with ASD
A new study adds to evidence that gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are common in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and can contribute to behavior, sleep, and attention
Data-based Decision Making for Parents of Children with Autism
Physicians, psychologists, therapists, and researchers all keep records. Records help them to track the efficacy of treatments, see how their patients progress over time and adjust their
Autism and Depression
Depression can co-occur with autism spectrum disorder. It presents some unique challenges for individuals, clinicians, and care providers. Signs and symptoms of depression may be more difficult