Study Finds Young Autistic Children Naturally Consider Others’ Visual Perspectives
New research indicates that young autistic children naturally take others' visual perspectives, showing preserved or heightened social sensitivity rather than reduced engagement.
Family-Centered Occupational Therapy Shows Promise for Improving Play and Daily Skills in Young Autistic Children
A hospital-based family-centered occupational therapy coaching program improved adaptive behaviors, daily living skills, and play attention in young autistic children, suggesting benefits for early intervention.
Purmorphamine Shows Promise as a Therapeutic Agent Across Multiple Disease Models
Purmorphamine activates the Sonic Hedgehog pathway, showing potential benefits in neurodegenerative diseases, stroke recovery, bone regeneration, and cardiovascular health in preclinical studies.
Assessing Autism Spectrum Disorder in Children with Cerebral Palsy and Early-Onset Motor Conditions: Insights from a Recent Review
A new scoping review explores the complexities of diagnosing autism spectrum disorder in children with cerebral palsy and early-onset motor conditions, highlighting the need for adapted assessment methods.
Study Highlights Key Factors Enhancing Teachers’ Confidence in Supporting Autistic Students in Mainstream Schools
A study of 126 secondary school staff reveals that autism-specific training, inclusive environments, experience, and positive attitudes boost teachers’ confidence and intentions to support autistic pupils.
New Study Defines Meaningful Change Thresholds on Social Responsiveness Scale for Autistic Children
A new study establishes minimal clinically important difference values for the Social Responsiveness Scale in autistic children aged 4 to 10, aiding interpretation of treatment effects.
RORA Gene’s Role in Autism Spectrum Disorder Highlights Sex-Specific Biological Pathways
New research highlights the RORA gene's role in autism spectrum disorder, revealing sex-specific influences that may explain male-biased risk and female protection.
Study Finds Most Children Born to Liver Transplant Recipients Develop Healthily
A study of nearly 600 children born to liver transplant recipients found most develop healthily, with no increased risk of growth or cognitive issues compared to peers.
Blood-Based Metabolic Testing Shows Promise in Supporting Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis
A recent clinical trial found that blood metabolites related to folate metabolism, analyzed with AI, may support Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnosis with over 80% accuracy in young children.
New Eye Gaze Shift Task Shows Promise in Autism Assessment: Pilot Study Findings
A new pilot study finds the Eye Gaze Shift Task (EGST) may be a feasible and accurate tool to assess eye gaze behavior in children with autism, showing strong diagnostic potential alongside existing methods.