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Research articles covering work related to austism spectrum disorders are provided below.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·December 9, 2014·3 min read

Multiple, Short Learning Sessions Strengthen Memory Formation in Fragile X Syndrome

New research could help children with fragile X syndrome to memorize new information learned.

Autism Featured Neuroscience

·April 4, 2024·7 min read

Early Gut Flora Imbalance May Predict Autism and ADHD

Disturbances in gut flora during infancy are linked to the later development of neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD. Analyzing over 16,000 children from the ABIS study, researchers identified significant biomarkers in cord blood and stool samples that correlate with future diagnoses of these disorders.

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Autism Featured Neuroscience Open Neuroscience Articles

·October 13, 2021·4 min read

Rare Form of Autism Exhales Secrets of Breathing

Breathing difficulties associated with Pitt Hopkins syndrome, a rare form of autism, have been linked to a specific set of neurons in the brainstem.

Autism Featured Genetics Neuroscience

·June 19, 2018·4 min read

How Autism Associated Gene Affects the Brain

CHD8, a gene associated with autism plays a significant role in oligodendrocyte development, researchers report.

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Autism Featured

·August 1, 2013·4 min read

Brain Chemistry Changes in Children with Autism Offer Clues to Earlier Detection and Intervention

A new study finds that between ages 3 and 10, children with ASD exhibit distinct brain chemical changes which differ from children with developmental delays and those considered to undergo typical neurodevelopment.

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Autism Featured Neuroscience

·January 16, 2021·4 min read

Mothers of Children With Autism Found to Have Significantly Different Metabolite Levels

Two to five years after birth, mothers of children on the autism spectrum have several significantly different metabolite levels than mothers of typically developing children.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·June 16, 2016·3 min read

Epilepsy in Immediate Family Member Increases Your Risk of Autism Diagnosis

According to a new study, having a first degree family member with epilepsy may increase a person's chances of being diagnosed with autism.

Autism Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·April 12, 2025·5 min read

What Autistic Women Want You to Know About Motherhood

New research highlights the unique challenges and needs faced by autistic women during motherhood, including late diagnoses and a lack of professional understanding. Many participants were only diagnosed after their children, reflecting gaps in awareness and support from both family and healthcare providers.

Autism Featured Genetics

·October 28, 2016·7 min read

Finding the Clues for Better Autism Treatments

Researchers shed light on what might be going wrong in the regulation of genes that govern the brain’s connectivity.

Autism Featured Neuroscience

·July 30, 2024·4 min read

Neurodivergence Linked to Chronic Fatigue in Children

New research highlights a significant link between neurodivergence and chronic fatigue, suggesting that increased inflammation from childhood stress may contribute. The study emphasizes the need for better screening and support for neurodivergent children to reduce chronic fatigue risks. Findings advocate for a comprehensive approach to identify contributing factors and improve quality of life. Enhanced support systems for neurodivergent children could mitigate these risks.

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Autism Featured

·September 12, 2013·4 min read

Stunted Neuron Branching Restored in Mice

Mutations of a gene associated with some forms of autism in humans can hinder the correct growth and connectivity of neurons in mice. This understanding allowed researchers to restore proper neuronal growth in the mice.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·February 10, 2017·4 min read

Study Links Brain Stem Volume and Aggression in Autism

Researchers have identified a correlation between brain stem volume and aggressive behavior in children with autism. Smaller brain stems appear to be associated with an increased likelihood of aggression.

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Autism

Multiple, Short Learning Sessions Strengthen Memory Formation in Fragile X Syndrome

Early Gut Flora Imbalance May Predict Autism and ADHD

Rare Form of Autism Exhales Secrets of Breathing

How Autism Associated Gene Affects the Brain

Brain Chemistry Changes in Children with Autism Offer Clues to Earlier Detection and Intervention

Mothers of Children With Autism Found to Have Significantly Different Metabolite Levels

Epilepsy in Immediate Family Member Increases Your Risk of Autism Diagnosis

What Autistic Women Want You to Know About Motherhood

Finding the Clues for Better Autism Treatments

Neurodivergence Linked to Chronic Fatigue in Children

Stunted Neuron Branching Restored in Mice

Study Links Brain Stem Volume and Aggression in Autism

Teenage Cannabis Use Linked to 52% Higher Schizophrenia Risk

Physical Activity Rewires the Traumatized Brain

Gene Linking Schizophrenia to Decision-Making Found

Positive Childhood Experiences and Special Health Care Needs

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