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          Autism

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          AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience
          ·May 20, 2026·10 min read

          Genetic Mutations Overwhelm Female Biological Autism Shield

          A new study delivered the first empirical proof that severe genetic mutations can completely eliminate the natural biological protection females hold against autism spectrum disorder.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·May 18, 2026·9 min read

          Leucovorin Autism Prescriptions Surge 2,000% via Media Hype

          A new study reveals that off-label prescriptions of leucovorin for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) surged by over 2,000% following viral media coverage and promotional statements from White House officials.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·May 18, 2026·9 min read

          Novel Drug Target to Reverse Fragile X Syndrome Found

          Can an overactive synaptic protein hold the key to treating the most common genetic cause of autism? A new study identifies the protein EPAC2 as a potent drug target for reversing the behavioral and neurological deficits of Fragile X syndrome.
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          FeaturedNeurosciencePsychology
          ·May 14, 2026·6 min read

          Brain Immune Cells Drive Compulsive Behavior

          Is anxiety an immune response? New research reveals that Hoxb8 microglia, specialized immune cells in the brain, use calcium signaling to switch anxiety and grooming behaviors on and off.
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          AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience
          ·May 13, 2026·9 min read

          A New Genetic Entry Point for Autism Traits

          Can autism's core traits be separated from cognitive ability? Researchers have identified PTCHD1-AS, a long non-coding RNA gene that regulates social interaction and repetitive behaviors without affecting learning or memory. By tracing this gene's influence to synaptic plasticity in the striatum, the study provides a "molecular pattern" for future precision treatments aimed specifically at the hallmark features of the autism spectrum.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·May 12, 2026·7 min read

          Emotional Labeling Reduces Anxiety in Those with Autism

          Can labeling your feelings "fix" anxiety? For those with higher autistic traits, the answer may be yes. Researchers found that while these individuals experience higher intolerance of uncertainty, the act of putting feelings into words serves as a powerful regulator that lowers anxiety levels. This discovery suggests that providing "emotional toolkits" in classrooms and counseling could transform how we support neurodivergent individuals.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·April 24, 2026·6 min read

          Wearable Sensors to Detect Early Autism Signs in Infancy

          A $3.1M NIH grant supports a new study into wearable technology that tracks infant movement to predict autism and developmental delays.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·April 20, 2026·8 min read

          Study Links Sterol-Inhibiting Drugs to Autism Risk

          Astudy of 6 million births links common medications that inhibit cholesterol synthesis, including certain antidepressants and beta-blockers—to a 1.47-fold increased risk of autism.
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          AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience
          ·April 14, 2026·9 min read

          Minibrains Reveal Personalized Paths for Rett Syndrome

          Neuroscientists used 3D "minibrains" to discover that different Rett syndrome mutations cause distinct brain abnormalities. The study reveals that personalized treatments, tailored to specific genetic mutations, are necessary for the disorder.
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          AutismFeaturedNeuroscience
          ·April 1, 2026·7 min read

          70% of Americans Unaware of Autism Brain Donation

          A new survey reveals that 70% of Americans are unaware of postmortem brain donation, despite overwhelming support for autism research. The findings highlight a critical need for education on how brain tissue advances the study of neurodevelopmental conditions.
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          AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience
          ·March 9, 2026·7 min read

          New Technology Unlocks More Autism Gene Varients

          Scientists use a new "long-read" technology to find the hidden genetic mutations behind autism that traditional tests missed.
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          This diagram shows how the mTOR pathway is disrupted in ASD.
          AutismFeaturedGeneticsNeuroscience
          ·March 4, 2026·9 min read

          Molecular Chain Reaction Behind Autism Identified

          Scientists identify a specific chemical process where nitric oxide disables the brain's "brakes," sending a key autism-linked growth pathway into overdrive.
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