A study in the journal Pharmaceuticals has uncovered how specific genetic mutations in α 2 δ-1 and α 2 δ-3 proteins linked to autism spectrum disorders (ASD) alter neuronal functionality.

Jan 14 (Reuters) - Autism spectrum disorder is a neurological and developmental condition marked by disruptions in brain-signaling that cause people to behave, communicate, interact, and learn in ...

Autism spectrum disorders are a group of neurodevelopmental disorders that are characterized by impaired social interaction and communication skills, and are often accompanied by other behavioural ...

Loustau is a Ph.D. student in social psychology at Boston College, studying social identity, moral judgment, and intergroup bias. She is a National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellow and ...

Nicole Rinehart receives funding from the Moose Happy Kids Foundation, MECCA M-Power, the Grace & Emilio Foundation, Ferrero Corporate Social Responsibility, Aspen Pharmacare Australia Pty Ltd ...

Bölte has different commissions of trust roles, among them at Autism Sweden and the International Society for Autism Research. The idea that autism is caused by vaccines has recently been revived ...

Australia's first-ever national autism strategy aims to create "a safe and inclusive society where all autistic people are supported and empowered to thrive". It's hoped the strategy will lead to ...

Some Canadians are celebrating a major autism organization's decision to pull out of the country, highlighting a shift in the way people think about autism. Autism Speaks quietly announced ...

A toddler who responds to their name, copies spoken words, and waves "bye-bye," for instance, is developing normally. It's unlikely they have an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a diagnosis that ...

If you live with a chronic or autoimmune disease, you may be wondering if it is wise to get a tattoo. Whether or not it is safe to get a tattoo is a discussion that is best had with a healthcare ...

LED light bulbs are bright, energy-efficient and can be equipped with extra features, unlike regular bulbs. Whether you're looking for maximum brightness in darker rooms or you want a light source ...