Unexamined relational-proximity priors may lead to misinterpreting neurodivergent behaviors as resistance or lack of insight
Hidden assumptions may lead to misinterpreting behaviors in autism
This conceptual analysis explores how unexamined priors regarding emotional closeness and eye contact can bias the clinical interpretation o…
Hidden social expectations can cause people to mistake neurodivergent behaviors as a lack of insight or a refusal to cooperate.
Several risk factors including early-life antibiotic use and maternal OCP exposure increase allergic rhinitis risk
Several Risk Factors Linked to Children with Allergic Rhinitis
This umbrella review of systematic reviews and meta-analyses synthesizes evidence regarding 75 risk factors for pediatric allergic rhinitis.…
New research identifies various factors, like early-life antibiotic use and air pollution, that are linked to a higher risk of allergic rhin…
Individuals with autism spectrum disorder exhibit significantly poorer olfactory performance compared to non-autistic peers
People with autism show lower performance in smelling and tasting
This meta-analysis of 1,580 autistic individuals and 7,698 non-autistic individuals found significantly poorer olfactory performance in thos…
New data shows that people with autism often struggle more with identifying smells and tastes compared to those without autism.
Ball sports significantly improve core symptoms in children with autism, meta-analysis finds
Ball sports show significant benefits for children with autism
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials involving 406 children with autism spectrum disorder found that ball sports significantly…
Playing ball sports can help children with autism improve their social skills, verbal communication, and behavior.
Exercise improves executive function in children with autism, meta-analysis finds
Exercise improves thinking skills in children with autism
This meta-analysis of 742 children with autism spectrum disorder found that exercise interventions significantly improve executive function,…
A meta-analysis finds exercise helps kids with autism think and focus better, but evidence is low certainty.
tDCS is the most efficacious standalone non-invasive brain stimulation for autism social cognition
Brain stimulation shows promise for social skills in autism
This network meta-analysis of 50 randomized controlled trials evaluated non-invasive brain stimulation and digital interventions for social …
New research identifies specific brain stimulation techniques that may help people with autism improve their social cognition and interactio…
253 autism-associated genes identified via rare coding variation in 62,429 individuals
253 genes linked to autism may also affect other conditions
This meta-analysis of exome sequencing data from over 1.5 million individuals identified 253 autism-associated genes and 497 genes impacting…
A massive genetic study found 253 autism-linked genes, many tied to other brain and body conditions, opening new paths for understanding.
RITA-T shows strong psychometric properties across cultures for autism screening in toddlers
New screening tool shows promise for identifying autism in toddlers
This scoping review synthesizes 7 diagnostic validation studies involving 659 toddlers aged 18-36 months, evaluating the RITA-T, a level 2 a…
A screening tool called RITA-T shows strong accuracy and works well across different languages and cultures for identifying autism in toddle…
Exercise and structured physical activity provide multidimensional benefits for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Exercise Shows Multiple Benefits for People with Autism
This narrative review synthesizes evidence regarding exercise and structured physical activity in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder.…
Structured physical activity may improve sleep, social communication, and motor skills for individuals living with autism spectrum disorder.
GABA-modulating pharmacotherapies show inconsistent results for improving symptoms in autism spectrum disorder
New data shows mixed results for medications targeting autism symptoms
This meta-analysis evaluated the impact of bumetanide, arbaclofen, and valproate on various symptom domains in individuals with autism spect…
Research into three specific drugs for autism shows some initial signs of improvement, but the evidence is currently too inconsistent to be …
SMARCA4 frameshift mutations cause Coffin-Siris syndrome type 4 with high intellectual disability prevalence
SMARCA4 Mutations Linked to Autism and Intellectual Disabilities
This case report and literature review characterizes a novel SMARCA4 frameshift mutation in patients with Coffin-Siris syndrome type 4. The …
A new mutation in the SMARCA4 gene is linked to Coffin-Siris syndrome type 4, which often involves autism and intellectual disabilities.
Mentalization-based and mentalization-informed approaches may improve parental reflective functioning and cognitive reappraisal in autism
New approaches may help autistic individuals and their caregivers
This narrative mini-review explores the impact of mentalization-based and mentalization-informed approaches on autistic individuals and thei…
Newer ways of teaching mentalization could improve how parents and autistic individuals manage emotions and understand others.
Questions about Autism Spectrum Disorder
Can women with borderline personality disorder also have autism?
Yes, women can have both borderline personality disorder and autism; studies show they co-occur in about 10% of cases, and autism in women is often misdiagnosed as BPD.
Full answer →Do specific autism neurosubtypes show opposite electrical brain activity patterns in preclinical models?
Research using animal models and human EEG data indicates that autism consists of distinct neurosubtypes with opposing electrical brain activity patterns related to excitation and inhibition balance.
Full answer →Does having different gut bacteria affect children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and ADHD?
Yes, children with ASD and ADHD often have different gut bacteria compared to neurotypical children, and this imbalance may influence symptoms and gut health.
Full answer →All Autism Spectrum Disorder Articles
- Unexamined relational-proximity priors may lead to misinterpreting neurodivergent behaviors as resistance or lack of insight
- Several risk factors including early-life antibiotic use and maternal OCP exposure increase allergic rhinitis risk
- Ball sports significantly improve core symptoms in children with autism, meta-analysis finds
- Individuals with autism spectrum disorder exhibit significantly poorer olfactory performance compared to non-autistic peers
- Exercise improves executive function in children with autism, meta-analysis finds
- tDCS is the most efficacious standalone non-invasive brain stimulation for autism social cognition
- 253 autism-associated genes identified via rare coding variation in 62,429 individuals
- RITA-T shows strong psychometric properties across cultures for autism screening in toddlers
- Exercise and structured physical activity provide multidimensional benefits for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- GABA-modulating pharmacotherapies show inconsistent results for improving symptoms in autism spectrum disorder
- SMARCA4 frameshift mutations cause Coffin-Siris syndrome type 4 with high intellectual disability prevalence
- Mentalization-based and mentalization-informed approaches may improve parental reflective functioning and cognitive reappraisal in autism
- Propranolol shows potential for managing various neurological diseases including PTSD, migraine, and autism spectrum disorder
- Schizophrenia polygenic scores associate with neonatal DNAm at 246 loci in cord blood samples
- Prenatal phthalate exposure is associated with subtle increases in autistic traits during development
- Parent-mediated interventions improve child behavior and parent synchronicity in children with autism
- Multidisciplinary interventions including physical activity and family-centered care may mitigate depression in children with ASD
- Artificial intelligence may improve autism screening access and reach under-recognized groups in clinical practice
- Eye-tracking gaze measures show 0.845 AUC for autism diagnosis in children
- VR-based exercise improves executive function in children with autism, meta-analysis finds
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication strategies may reduce stress and anxiety to improve healthcare compliance
- Females with Fragile X Syndrome exhibit high prevalence of anxiety, depression, and ADHD
- Heterogeneous ASD phenotypes and inadequate sensory criteria necessitate more robust diagnostic assessment standards
- Repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation addresses various mental disorders including depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia
- ADOS-2 shows 0.88 sensitivity and 0.74 specificity for diagnosing autism spectrum disorder
- TMS electrophysiological biomarkers show distinct patterns across ADHD, Tourette syndrome, MDD, ASD, and CP
- Self-Determination Theory framework supports maternal well-being and confidence in caring for children with autism
- Brief post-discharge interventions show reduced suicide outcomes in youth but lack specific autism-adapted data
- Artificial intelligence shows potential for diagnosis, behavior analysis, and educational support in autism spectrum disorder
- tDCS improves core symptoms and social communication in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorders
- Prenatal beta-2-adrenergic agonist exposure linked to increased ASD risk with aOR 1.34 preconception
- Autistic traits show moderate association with camouflaging at 0.34 effect size
- Systematic review of dance activities for social skills in children with autism spectrum disorder
- Scoping review examines connections between autism spectrum conditions and eating disorder presentations in clinical settings
- Network meta-analysis compares risperidone and aripiprazole for autism irritability
- Narrative review examines neuropsychiatric manifestations of celiac disease in pediatric and adult populations
- Narrative review links NRXN1 genetic variations to schizophrenia, autism, and other neuropsychiatric disorders
- Umbrella review of 134 reviews links autism with elevated risks for multiple adverse outcomes including anxiety and suicidality
- Meta-analysis of nonpharmacological interventions for young autistic children finds limited moderation by cognitive or language scores
- Review notes gut mycobiota dysbiosis in autism, ADHD, and Rett syndrome
- Statistical framing increased screening intentions while narrative framing increased information-seeking in autism spectrum disorder
- Systematic review finds no convincing evidence linking neuraxial labour analgesia to neurodevelopmental disorders in offspring
- AquOTic water competency intervention improves outcomes in children with autism
- Sensory severity predicts insula decoupling in autistic participants during motion stimulation
- Observational study finds Touch Activated Phlebotomy reduces pain in autistic and non-autistic adults compared to traditional venipuncture
- Neuroimaging features predict ASD identification and cognitive decoding accuracy in large cohorts
- Review of human postmortem studies finds region-dependent microglial variation in autism spectrum disorder brains
- Qualitative review highlights barriers to recognizing autism in women with borderline personality disorder diagnoses
- Review of language impairment definitions in 75 speaking autistic adolescents and young adults
- ADHD and ASD polygenic risk scores correlate with antipsychotic responsiveness in schizophrenia postmortem brains
- Children with autism lack auditory looming bias seen in typical development
- Genetic study of autism in African Americans shows limited transferability of European-derived polygenic scores
- Review of serotonergic signaling in autism spectrum disorder and other neurodevelopmental conditions
- Review of vagus nerve stimulation for autism spectrum disorder and maternal immune activation
- Bumetanide shows individual-level improvement in heterogeneous neurodevelopmental cohort
- Systematic review links CNTN6 gene to neurodevelopmental and mental disorders
- Preclinical and EEG analysis links autism neurosubtypes to opposing electrophysiological profiles
- Atypical absences linked to higher autistic behavior scores in SYNGAP1-DEE patients
- Protocol for Global Integration Method in children with ASD aged 6 to 12 years
- Subtypes of behavioral problems in autistic children aged 51-75 months show variable temporal stability and inconsistent family outcomes
- Narrative review examines antioxidant metabolites for autism spectrum disorder in children
- Maternal diagnoses associated with autism in cousins, Danish registry study finds
- Meta-analysis reviews parent-mediated intervention for infants at elevated autism risk
- Review evaluates psychometric properties of Swedish autism-specific and general genetic counselling outcome measures
- Children with ASD reported lower perceived navigation ability than typically developing peers in an observational study
- Computer-assisted cognitive training shows mixed results for working memory in children with developmental disorders
- Fecal microbiota transplantation shows efficacy for recurrent C. difficile infection, IBD, and autism spectrum disorder in children
- Meta-analysis finds gamma neuromodulation benefits in schizophrenia and major depressive disorder
- Short-term psycho-behavioral training shows improvements in autistic children across multiple domains
- Oral health factors in 500 Chinese children with special needs show high caries prevalence and associations with hygiene
- Case-control study finds higher anti-GAD antibodies in children with autism spectrum disorder
- Autism diagnosis associated with 4-fold higher PTSD risk in Swedish cohort study
- EEG spatial heterogeneity mapping shows more heterogeneous topography in autistic cortex
- Cohort study in Portuguese families finds co-segregation of serious mental illnesses and rare CHD2 variant
- Autism spectrum disorder diagnoses reported in children with possible prenatal Zika virus exposure in Puerto Rico
- Connectome models of attention and autism show phenotype-specific features vary by age and diagnosis
- CDC surveillance monitors early identification of autism spectrum disorder in 4-year-old children
- CDC surveillance estimates autism spectrum disorder prevalence among 8-year-olds in 11 U.S. sites
- Surveillance data on early autism identification in 4-year-old children from US network
- Surveillance data on autism spectrum disorder prevalence in 8-year-old children across 11 US sites
- Systematic review finds gaps in quality-of-life assessment tools for autistic adults without intellectual disability
- Meta-analysis: Children with ASD show poorer balance vs. TD peers, SMD -0.66 with observational tools
- Perspective: Bilingualism myths harm autistic children from multilingual families, calls for culturally sustaining interventions