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·February 2, 2016·4 min read

Researchers Identify a Possible New Drug Target for Rett Syndrome

Researchers have identified an important signaling pathway that, when corrected, appears to improve symptoms of Rett syndrome in mice.

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·February 1, 2016·4 min read

Study Strengthens Link Between Maternal Obesity and Autism in Offspring

A new study provides further evidence of the link between maternal obesity and gestational diabetes with increased risk of autism in the offspring.

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·January 29, 2016·4 min read

Subtle Brain Differences in Men With Autism

A new study reveals subtle brain differences in men with ASD. The discovery may explain why some symptoms persist into adulthood.

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·December 8, 2015·4 min read

Increased Risk For Autism in Children of Moms With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

According to a new study, children born to mothers with PCOS have an increased risk of developing autism spectrum disorders.

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Autism Featured Psychology

·November 30, 2015·5 min read

Processing Facial Emotions in People With Autism

A new study compares the neural activity in different brain regions between people with ASD and typically developing people when viewing facial emotions.

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·October 13, 2015·5 min read

How the ‘Social Brain’ is Functionally Impaired in Autism

According to a new study, researchers have identified brain areas linked to social behaviors are insufficiently networked and underdeveloped in children with autism.

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·October 2, 2015·2 min read

Robot May Help Researchers Unlock the Mysteries of Autism

Researchers are using robotic toys to help children with ASD develop language and social skills.

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·September 30, 2015·3 min read

Key Receptor for Autism Treatment Identified

According to researchers, suppressing the activity of a specific serotonin receptor can help reduce autism relevant behaviors in mouse models.

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·September 23, 2015·3 min read

Exergaming Improves Mental and Physical Fitness in Children with Autism

A new study reports that games used for exercising, such as Makoto arena, can help improve both the physical and mental health of children with autism.

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·September 22, 2015·3 min read

Study Reports Rare Genetic Mutations Responsible for Almost Half of Autism Cases

Researchers report ultra rare mutations of genes play a casual role in almost half autism spectrum disorder cases.

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Autism Featured Genetics Open Neuroscience Articles

·September 4, 2015·6 min read

New Genetic Testing Methods May Be Helpful For Children with Suspected Autism

A new study reports the use of two new genetic testing technologies among children with autism may help identify genetic mutations potentially linked to the disorder.