Telemedicine Parent Training Shows Promise for Children with Autism and Their Families
A meta-analysis finds telemedicine parent training may improve communication skills in children with autism and reduce caregiver stress, expanding access to support.
Supporting Young Children Who Have Difficulty Stopping Preferred Activities: 5 Positive Steps for Parents
Learn 5 positive steps to support young children who have difficulty stopping preferred activities, including practical prevention, communication, and replacement skills.
Emerging Role of Gut Virome in Microbiota-Gut-Brain Axis and Neuroimmune Balance
Research indicates that viruses in the gut, including bacteriophages and eukaryotic viruses, may influence brain-immune communication and neurological health through the microbiota-gut-brain axis.
Early Sensory Differences in Infants May Influence Later Autistic Traits, Study Finds
A longitudinal study finds that sensory differences in infants as young as 12 months may influence later autistic traits, highlighting early sensory avoiding as a key factor in social development.
Difficulty Starting Tasks: 6 Positive Steps for Young Children
Difficulty starting tasks can be challenging for young children, especially those with autism or additional needs. Learn 6 positive steps to support your child with prevention, communication, and calm responses.
New Research Highlights Sleep’s Essential Role in Long-Term Memory Formation and Potential Links to Autism
New research underscores sleep's vital role in converting experiences into long-term memories and explores a possible link between sleep-related brain processes and autism.
Integrated Behavioral and Psychological Support Reduces Chronic Self-Injury in Adult with Severe Intellectual Disability
A case report describes how combining behavioral strategies, caregiver psychological support, and digital collaboration reduced chronic self-injury in an adult with severe intellectual disability.
Virtual Caregiver-Led Autism Intervention Adapted for Spanish-Speaking Families Shows Promise
A newly adapted virtual caregiver-led intervention shows potential in supporting Spanish-speaking families of children with autism by incorporating cultural and linguistic considerations.
New Brainstem Neurons Identified in Anxiety-Related Neural Circuitry
Scientists have discovered a new group of brainstem neurons involved in anxiety-like behaviors, expanding our understanding of the brain circuits that regulate anxiety.