Difficulty in Recognizing Faces in Autism Linked to Performance in a Group of Neurons
Neurons in the specific brain area responsible for processing faces are too broadly “tuned” in some patients with autism, leading to difficulties in discriminating between the facial features of different individuals, a new study suggests.
Speech Emerges in Children with Autism and Severe Language Delay at Greater Rate Than Previously Thought
A new study reveals 70 percent of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, and who have a history of severe language delay, achieved fluent speech by the age of eight.
Network Analysis of the Brain may Explain Features of Autism
Researchers find that, compared with neurotypical children, those with autism have multiple redundant connections between neighboring brain areas at the expense of long-distance links.
Ultrasound Reveals Autism Risk at Birth
Low birth weight babies with ventricular enlargement are at greater risk for developing autism, a new study suggests.
Higher Levels of Several Toxic Metals Found in Children With Autism
In a recent study, researchers report children with autism had higher levels of several toxic metals in their blood and urine compared to typical children.
