Medicine & TechnologyAn extensive new study found babies born preterm prematurely, but this varies according to the week of pregnancy and degree of prematurity.
A new study involving nearly 11,000 participants with autism shows rare genetic variants parents pass on to their children may result in the latter developing autism.
Research concluded suggests that young girls diagnosed with autism are more likely to experience a decrease in symptom severity over time compared to boys of the same age.
People with autism tend to be less accurate in identifying anger in facial expressions produced at real-world speeds. Scientists at the University of Birmingham recently find out the reason behind this.
CHOP researchers recently discovered the genetic mutation responsible for a boy's condition, which prevents him and other patients like him from forming antibodies and B cells to combat infections.
Scientists and doctors have recently called on new mothers to collect and save cord blood as it could be used for lifesaving, or even life-changing treatments, specifically for autism.
Simon Fraser University researchers found a direct link between pregnant women exposed to industrial chemicals and having children with autistic-like behaviors in pre-school.
A pair of revolutionary studies at the UC Davis MIND Institute offer hints about probable types of autism associated with brain structure, including growth in size and white matter.
Early diagnosis of autism is essential to meet the needs of children who have neurodevelopmental deficiencies. Researchers discover that DNA from the umbilical cord can help with the early diagnosis and intervention of ASD.
Researchers discover that autism can be found during early brain development of neuron cells. Better understanding of neuron development is not to cure or prevent autism, but to understand the diversity of brain development.
A 14-year old autistic boy lost in Victoria was finally found after two days of being stranded in Mount Disappointment. Rescuers used the soundtrack from his favorite television show, Thomas the Tank Engine, to help in his search. Click to learn more.