Autism spectrum disorders
We need to stop perpetuating the myth that children grow out of autism
Around 1% of the population has an autism spectrum disorder, with estimates ranging from one in 150 to one in 70.
Sep 11, 2019
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Autism spectrum disorders
Study finds transgender, non-binary autism link
New research indicates that transgender and non-binary individuals are significantly more likely to have autism or display autistic traits than the wider population—a finding that has important implications for gender confirmation ...
Jul 16, 2019
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Autism spectrum disorders
Girls and boys on autism spectrum tell stories differently, could explain 'missed diagnosis' in girls
Boys are four times more likely than girls to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), yet a growing body of research shows that the condition is more common in girls than previously thought, strongly suggesting ...
Apr 23, 2019
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New research shows that children with autism are able to create imaginary friends
Playing with an imaginary companion (IC) helps children learn essential social skills such as empathy with other people. It is often believed that autistic youngsters are incapable of creating pretend play pals—a further ...
May 2, 2018
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Obstetrics & gynaecology
Prolonged acetaminophen use during pregnancy linked to increased ASD and ADHD risk
A study from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem sheds new light on the possible relationship between prolonged use of acetaminophen (paracetamol) during pregnancy and the risk of neurodevelopmental disorders in childhood.
Apr 24, 2018
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Autism spectrum disorders
Clinical study finds scalp acupuncture effective for treating autistic children
The School of Chinese Medicine (SCM) of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) conducted a clinical observation of scalp acupuncture treatment for 68 children with autism. The findings indicated that 66 patients have shown improvements ...
Oct 17, 2017
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Abnormalities shown to first appear in brain networks involved in sensory processing
The origins of autism remain mysterious. What areas of the brain are involved, and when do the first signs appear? New findings published in Biological Psychiatry brings us closer to understanding the pathology of autism, ...
Aug 29, 2017
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Researchers find key to predicting outcomes of autism treatment
Treatments for autism spectrum disorders are varied and costly, and selecting the right one is crucial to long-term outcome. Yale University researchers report they can predict whether a preschool age child will respond to ...
Nov 16, 2016
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New study aims to give children with autism the best start in life
A ground-breaking new study has been launched understand how to support families affected by autism as soon as they receive their diagnosis.
Oct 20, 2016
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Psychology & Psychiatry
A new psychotherapy for substance abuse
In the current issue of Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics a report by German investigators headed by professor Brakemeier introduces a new form of psychotherapeutic treatment for substance abuse with depression. The Cognitive ...
Oct 5, 2016
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