Enriched Environments May Reduce Autism-Like Behaviors in Zebrafish Model of Valproic Acid Exposure
A study using zebrafish exposed to valproic acid suggests that enriched environments may reduce certain autism-like behaviors, with effects varying by developmental stage.
Study Finds Sex Differences in Brain Cell Death Linked to Autism-Like Behaviors After Prenatal Valproic Acid Exposure
New research shows prenatal valproic acid exposure may cause sex-specific ferroptosis-related brain changes linked to autism-like behaviors in mice, especially affecting males.
Study Finds Artichoke Extract May Improve Autism-Like Behaviors in Rat Models Exposed to Prenatal Immune Challenges
A new study in rats shows that prenatal immune activation and valproic acid exposure impair social behaviors linked to autism, but artichoke-derived prebiotics may improve these symptoms.