Autism biomarkers in infancy discovered through MRI's
While researchers at four clinical sites in the United States took part, the project included hundreds of children across the country.
Feb 19, 2017, 08:57 AM IST
Aggression and autism have this thing in common – Know what!
The smaller the brain stem, the greater the likelihood of aggression in children, with autism.
Feb 11, 2017, 14:30 PM IST
Anorexic women display autistic traits, says study
The similarities between anorexia and autism in women are also seen in a part of the brain which process social skills, said the study.
Feb 04, 2017, 23:44 PM IST
Autism spectrum disorder: Know what increases your child's risk
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are a group of neurodevelopmental disorders characterized by impaired social interaction, communication deficits and a range of restricted and repetitive behavior patterns.
Feb 01, 2017, 11:19 AM IST
Another cause for gastrointestinal issues in autistic children is stress
Autism is a serious developmental disorder that impairs the ability of individuals to communicate and interact.
Jan 07, 2017, 16:08 PM IST
Flu vaccine during pregnancy doesn't increase autism risk in child: Study
A new study suggests that there is no link between pregnant women having influenza during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) in children.
Nov 30, 2016, 11:47 AM IST
Study finds no link between pregnancy flu, autism risk
More than 3,100 children in the group had autism, which is believed to have genetic and environmental triggers but its causes remain poorly understood.
Nov 29, 2016, 01:14 AM IST
Musical training helps treat autism: Study
Experiencing music at an early age can contribute to better brain development and may as well be useful in treating autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).
Nov 22, 2016, 19:35 PM IST
Autistic kids miss importance of eye contact: Study
While reduced eye contact is a well-known symptom of autism used in early screeners and diagnostic instruments, why children with autism look less at other people`s eyes has not been known.
Nov 19, 2016, 16:37 PM IST
Autistic children may be over-diagnosed with ADHD
Children with autism spectrum disorder may mistakenly be diagnosed with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) because they have autism-related social impairments rather than problems with attention.
Oct 29, 2016, 12:00 PM IST
Early intervention by parents can improve child’s autism: Study
The study published in Lancet, a medical journal, reveals that a year-long training program can help parents communicate with their very young autistic children and reduce symptoms of the disorder up to six years later.
Oct 26, 2016, 06:26 AM IST
Folinic acid may help autistic kids improve skills
The study identified a specific blood marker that can be used to predict which patients have the best chance to respond to the treatment.
Oct 19, 2016, 15:52 PM IST
Autistic people make more logical decisions!
Among people who did not have autism, those most 'in touch' with their internal sensations, and who also had good emotional awareness, were most susceptible to the Framing Effect.
Oct 13, 2016, 14:37 PM IST
Unique characteristics of autism genes may help early diagnosis
Researchers have discovered in a new study the unique characteristics of genes associated with autism that may help them distinguish from genes of other diseases, as well as help in early diagnosis.
Oct 09, 2016, 00:20 AM IST
Camel milk may have zero health benefits
Camel milk, now hugely popular among Australians and claimed to help with autism, diabetes and cancer, could be nothing but a dodgy product with untrue health claims, An Australian consumer watchdog has said.
Oct 07, 2016, 00:53 AM IST
Late pregnancies may increase risk of autism in kids
Parents who reproduce later in life are more likely to have children who develop autism disorders, a study finds.
Oct 05, 2016, 00:41 AM IST
Drug target to increase social interaction in autism identified
Previous studies on human genetics have implicated a little-studied gene called Protocadherin 10 (PCDH10) in ASD.
Sep 12, 2016, 16:42 PM IST
Early ultrasounds linked to autism severity: Study
Exposure to diagnostic ultrasound in the first trimester of pregnancy is linked to increased autism severity, say researchers.
Sep 03, 2016, 00:41 AM IST
Kids with autism may increase siblings' risk of disorder
The risk of younger siblings developing an autism spectrum disorder is 14 times higher if an older sibling has the disorder, says a study.
Aug 06, 2016, 14:07 PM IST
Hearing test may identify infants with autism risk
A non-invasive and inexpensive hearing test may help physicians identify infants with autism risk as researches have discovered that an inner ear deficiency may impact speech recognition ability of children with the disorder.
Jul 26, 2016, 12:06 PM IST
