Study Highlights Social Disadvantages Impacting Health of Autistic Adults Without Intellectual Disability
A UK study finds autistic adults without intellectual disability face social disadvantages that contribute to higher chronic illness and mortality risks, highlighting the need for systemic policy changes.
New Toolkit Developed to Enhance Emergency Care Access for Autistic Children in Rural Areas
A new community-driven toolkit aims to improve emergency department accessibility and support for autistic children in rural areas by providing educational resources, environmental adaptations, and sensory tools for healthcare providers.
Autism Diagnosis Deeply Influences Family Life and Future Concerns, Spanish Study Finds
A Spanish study explores how an Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis affects families emotionally, socially, and in daily life, highlighting ongoing concerns and coping strategies.
Millet-Based Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet Shows Promise for Children with Autism in India: A 12-Week Pilot Study
A 12-week pilot study in India found that millet-based gluten-free, casein-free diets are feasible and well accepted by children with autism spectrum disorder, with potential nutritional and behavioral benefits.
Shank3 Gene Mutation Alters Sleepiness-Related Brain Activity Across Development in Mice
A mutation in the autism-linked gene Shank3 disrupts normal brain responses to sleepiness across development in mice, potentially explaining sleep difficulties in autism.
Study Links Auditory Sensory Gating to Noise Tolerance and Listening Challenges in Young Adults with Autism
A study finds that young adults with autism spectrum disorder may have reduced tolerance for background noise linked to differences in brain auditory processing, affecting their listening experiences.
Haptic-Enabled Virtual Reality Shows Promise for Fine Motor Skills in Children with Autism
A recent study suggests that haptic-enabled virtual reality may improve fine motor task performance and frustration tolerance in children with level 1 autism, compared to traditional rehabilitation methods.
Study Highlights Eating and Feeding Challenges Among Saudi Children with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
A Saudi Arabian study reveals that school-aged children with intellectual and developmental disabilities face more feeding problems and unhealthy eating behaviors than their peers, highlighting the need for tailored nutritional care.
Sylvia Fogel Leads New Directions in U.S. Autism Research Strategy
Sylvia Fogel, chair of the federal Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee, is guiding new research priorities in U.S. autism studies, focusing on vaccines, regression, and neuroimmune factors.
New Statistical Method Enhances Analysis of Brain Connectivity in fMRI Studies
A new statistical method improves analysis of brain connectivity in fMRI studies, revealing altered attention-related networks in autism spectrum disorder.