Tag: autism

Mothers with an immigrant background may be an important risk factor for autism.

One of the largest studies on this topic finds that the hormone simply doesn't improve social skills.

A surprising way to treat at least some autism cases.

Contrary to popular belief, estrogen hormones masculinize the brain in many mammals. The new findings might explain why boys are ...

Vaccines don't cause autism -- the myth just needs to go away.

Mozart's talent for spotting a tone without a reference may be more influenced by genetics than previously thought.

As if the disorder wasn't complicated enough.

Individuals with autism hear much more than regular people -- and music seems to help them communicate better.

Although the insecticide was banned decades ago, it still persists in the environment.

I'll be seeing you in the comment section.

The test could be a game changer for identifying autism.

Age matters!

Even diagnosing autism is difficult, let alone predict it -- from a single scan!

Knowing what it's not brings us one step closer to understanding what it is.

A longstanding debate is put to rest.

Their unique skills provided a huge advantage to the groups who embraced them.

There is no link between autism and vaccinations. Yet the science has not persuaded anti-vaxxers.

It pains me that studies like this have to be made.

Children with autism spectrum disorder do not react as well to pleasant or foul smells compared to non-ASD children. Previously, ...

Some researchers are considering a pilot treatment that involves MDMA, the active psychoactive ingredient in ecstasy pills, to help adults ...