Autism
The Controversy Around ABA Therapy Finally Addressed
Rethinking autism therapy, a new approach focuses on compassionate, play-based methods that address the emotional and behavioral needs of children with autism, fostering a supportive and inclusive community for families. World Autism Awareness Day: Know Symptoms For Early Diagnosis
On this World Autism Awareness Day, it is important to learn more about this disorder that affects the brain, its characteristics, and the telltale signs associated with it. Autism And ADHD: Study Says Excessive Screen Time May Be A Warning Sign
Researchers say some people may have a genetic disposition to use screens because of autism spectrum disorder. Drinking Diet Soda During Pregnancy, Breastfeeding Linked To Autism In Kids: Study
The study found a link between the mother's consumption of diet soda or artificially sweetened drinks during pregnancy or breastfeeding and autism diagnosis in their sons. Age Of Autism Diagnosis Has No Impact On Quality of Life, Study Finds
"For some people, finding out they are autistic sooner rather than later was linked to a better quality of life. For others, finding out later was better. Overall, there was no overall link between the age they found out and their quality of life," one of the researchers said. Adolescence Could Be The Best Time To Treat Schizophrenia, Autism
A study showed that adolescence is the best time to treat conditions such as schizophrenia and autism, both characterized by dysfunctioning of the dopamine system. Father's Genetic Impact More On Siblings With Autism, Study Finds
The researchers found that when two or more children were diagnosed with autism, the siblings were more genetically similar to their father. Common Insecticide Used In Homes, Landscaping Linked To Autism In New Study
Scientists found that the pesticide altered developing brains in an experiment with female mice and their offspring. Men With Autism Or ADHD Are Slightly More Susceptible To Testicular Cancer, Study Finds
Testicular cancer or seminoma is a slow-spreading and highly curable disease. Autism Risk Higher In Babies Born To Moms Drinking Lithium-Containing Water
Pregnant moms exposed to tap water with lithium could be increasing the autism risk of their children.