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Psychology & Psychiatry
'Too much going on': Autistic adults overwhelmed by non-verbal social cues
Imagine having a conversation where every gesture and glance feels like a test. You're juggling eye contact, facial expressions, and tone of voice, all while trying to keep up with the words. You might miss something, or ...
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Neuroscience
Adults with autism show similar brain mapping of body parts as typically developing adults
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition, is often associated with difficulties in social communication and repetitive behavior. Previous research reveals that people with ASD often find it challenging ...
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Online toolkit to help parents of autistic children improve dental health
A new, free, online support package aims to empower parents of young autistic children to look after their dental health—and reduce levels of tooth decay and surgery.
Jul 10, 2025
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Major autism study uncovers biologically distinct subtypes, paving the way for precision diagnosis and care
Researchers at Princeton University and the Simons Foundation have identified four clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism, marking a transformative step in understanding the condition's genetic underpinnings ...
Jul 9, 2025
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AI used to improve speed and accuracy of autism and ADHD diagnoses
It can take as long as 18 months for children with suspected autism spectrum or attention-deficit-hyperactivity disorders to get a diagnostic appointment with a psychiatrist in Indiana. But an interdisciplinary team led by ...
Jul 8, 2025
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One-size-fits-all approach does not work for autistic adults
In a world that is often overwhelming for people with autism, a new study by Australian and U.S. researchers is calling for a rethink in how calming spaces and sensory rooms are designed.
Jun 26, 2025
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Cilia discovered as link between autism and heart defects—offers hope for early autism diagnosis
Autism spectrum disorders are complex neurodevelopmental conditions affecting about 1 in 100 children worldwide. Early diagnosis would allow timely intervention to improve the development and quality of life for children ...
Jun 24, 2025
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Onset of sepsis in first week of life tied to increased likelihood of autism spectrum disorder
Early-onset neonatal sepsis is associated with an increased likelihood of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), although the association with ADHD is attenuated in sibling-matched ...
Jun 24, 2025
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CBD might help children with autism, but more research needed
Researchers at the Center for Medicinal Cannabis Research at University of California San Diego School of Medicine have found that cannabidiol (CBD), a non-intoxicating compound found in cannabis, could help reduce problematic ...
Jun 23, 2025
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Autism inpatient collection releases genetic, phenotypic data for more than 1,500 children with autism
The Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI) has released phenotypic and genetic data from the Autism Inpatient Collection (AIC), a cohort of more than 1,500 youth participants ages 4 to 20 years old who were ...
Jun 20, 2025
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Genetic testing for children with autism and intellectual disabilities remains rare in Medicaid, despite guidelines
A new national study reveals that most Medicaid-enrolled children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or intellectual disability (ID) are not receiving recommended genetic testing despite clinical guidelines urging its use. ...
Jun 18, 2025
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Inner speech therapy shows promise for easing autistic children's emotional dysregulation
Children on the autism spectrum, often at odds with their own emotions, may find help in an unlikely place: their own inner voice. A team from the University of Pittsburgh and collaborators tested a novel intervention designed ...
Different genetic roots of autism may lead to shared brain activity and behaviors
New research from the University of Minnesota Medical School suggests that different genetic forms of autism may lead to similar patterns in brain activity and behavior. The findings were recently published in Nature Neuroscience.
Jun 13, 2025
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Mouse stem cell lines offer new window into autism's genetic associations
To study the genetic causes of autism spectrum disorder, a Kobe University research team has created a bank of 63 mouse embryonic stem cell lines containing the mutations most strongly associated with the disorder. The achievement ...
Jun 11, 2025
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Exploring noninvasive brain stimulation as a tool to enhance cognitive adaptability in autistic individuals
Some autistic traits related to challenges with social interaction, mental flexibility and visual perception could be alleviated through a new, noninvasive therapy. A team of researchers, including those from the University ...
Jun 9, 2025
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Learning about autism from those who live on the spectrum through online forums
A group of researchers from the Department of Psychology and Cognitive Science of the University of Trento, together with colleagues from US and British universities and departments, delved into the world of people with autism ...
Jun 5, 2025
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New research exposes barriers to NDIS support for autistic school leavers
New research from Western Sydney University, conducted and funded in partnership with major not-for-profit disability service provider Northcott, has shed light on the challenges autistic young school leavers face when trying ...
Jun 4, 2025
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Board game enables autistic people to create stories about their condition
A board game through which players use images on cards to develop and tell their own stories could be particularly appreciated among people with autism as it offers a means to explain their thoughts and feelings, a new study ...
Jun 2, 2025
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RFK Jr. says autism 'destroys' families. Here's what those families want you to know
Emery Eversoll and her mother shared a good laugh when Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said that some autistic children will never write poems.
Jun 2, 2025
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Autism and ADHD have distinct brain connectivity signatures, study finds
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are among the most well-known neurodevelopmental conditions, estimated to affect approximately 1–3% and 5–7% of the global population, ...
Cross-cultural analysis challenges Western-dominated understanding of autism communication
Autism spectrum disorders are associated with difficulties in social communication, long attributed to individual socio‐cognitive deficits. As a consequence of this perspective, stigma and pressure to conform to neurotypical ...
May 30, 2025
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Parents of autistic children are stressed. Here's what they want you to know
If you're a parent or caregiver of a child who's autistic, the odds are you're spinning more plates than the average person. The emotional, physical and logistical demands stack up, often without the kind of support you need. ...
May 29, 2025
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Autism linked to elevated risk of Parkinson's disease
People with an autism diagnosis are at a higher risk of developing Parkinson's disease early in life, a large-scale study from Karolinska Institutet published in JAMA Neurology reports. The researchers believe that the two ...
May 28, 2025
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Autistic people are more likely to suffer anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Why is it hard for them to get help?
Although autistic people are at increased risk of mental health difficulties such as depression and anxiety, they are less likely to receive the support they need than people without autism, says Northeastern University professor ...
May 28, 2025
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Uninformed comments on autism are resonant of dangerous ideas about eugenics
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the health and human services secretary in the United States, held a recent news conference and made uninformed comments on autism. His remarks created an uproar, especially among people with autism ...
May 28, 2025
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