New Study Supports Reliable Autism Intervention Measures Across Clinic and Home Settings
A recent study found that brief observational tools measuring social communication and caregiver strategies in young autistic children are reliable and feasible across both clinic and home settings, supporting flexible early intervention assessments.
Video-Based Visual Scene Displays May Boost Peer Communication in Minimally Speaking Autistic Children
A recent study found that video-based visual scene display AAC interventions may improve peer-directed symbolic communication in minimally speaking autistic children during play.
Study Explores Links Between Autistic Traits and Mental Health Symptoms Across Sexes in Young People
A study of adolescents and young adults found that autistic traits are linked to a broad range of psychological symptoms in both sexes, with some differences in obsessive-compulsive and depressive symptoms.
Study Reveals Sex-Specific Behavioral Changes in Mice Lacking α5-Nicotinic Acetylcholine Receptors
A recent study on mice lacking the α5 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor subunit reveals sex-specific behavioral changes relevant to autism and schizophrenia, highlighting differences in anxiety, memory, social interaction, and repetitive behaviors.
Study Finds Elevated Inflammatory Cytokines in Temporal Cortex of Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
A study of postmortem brain tissue reveals increased inflammatory cytokines in the temporal cortex of individuals with autism spectrum disorder, highlighting altered neuroimmune activity.
Study Explores Self-Regulation Differences in Autism, Down Syndrome, and Williams Syndrome
A study comparing self-regulation in children with autism, Down syndrome, and Williams syndrome found both shared and unique challenges across cognitive, sensory, emotional, and social domains.
Exploring Neuroinflammation as a Link Between Autism Spectrum Disorder and Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease
A recent review suggests neuroinflammation may link autism spectrum disorder with early-onset Alzheimer's disease, highlighting potential early intervention strategies.
Starting a Conversation
Learn how to help young children, including autistic children, start a conversation using respectful communication methods and simple social skills.
Understanding Autism Risk in Children of Unaffected Siblings
Research indicates that children of unaffected siblings with an autistic brother or sister have an increased, but variable, risk of autism influenced by family lineage and sex. Ongoing studies aim to clarify these risks for informed family planning.
Study Reviews Link Between Prenatal Paracetamol Use and Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Children
A large umbrella review found only weak and inconsistent evidence linking prenatal paracetamol use to autism and ADHD, supporting its continued use during pregnancy when needed.