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What is AuDHD? Five important things to know when someone has both autism and ADHD
You may have seen some new ways to describe when someone is autistic and also has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The terms "AuDHD" or sometimes "AutiADHD" are being used on social media, with people describing ...
Jul 10, 2024
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Autism spectrum disorder associated with altered gut microbiome in children
Specific bacterial and non-bacterial components of the gut microbiome and their functions could contribute to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in male and female children, according to a study published in Nature Microbiology. ...
Jul 9, 2024
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First-ever study of the psychological impact of war on autistic children
A new study reveals alarming findings on the psychological impact of terrorism on autistic children and their parents, following Hamas' October 7th, 2023 attack on Israel. The study is published in the journal Stress and ...
Jul 9, 2024
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Researchers discover a new face-detecting brain circuit
Scientists at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have uncovered a brain circuit in primates that rapidly detects faces. The findings help not only explain how primates sense and recognize faces, but could also have implications ...
Jul 2, 2024
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First an autism diagnosis then a clinician's office—how the evidence supports a different approach for families
Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), Bill Shorten, has proposed a number of policy changes to the scheme. It is hoped these will ensure its sustainability for future generations.
Jul 2, 2024
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Chorus or cacophony? Cicada song hits some ears harder than others
Shhhooo. Wee-uuu. Chick, chick, chick. That's the sound of three different cicada species. For some people, those sounds are the song of the summer. Others wish the insects would turn it down. The cacophony can be especially ...
Jul 2, 2024
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New study suggests higher amounts of intervention may not be more helpful for children on the autism spectrum
When a child is diagnosed with autism, health care professionals often recommend intensive interventions, which can amount to 20-40 hours per week, to support their development.
Jun 25, 2024
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Family psychiatric history: Effects on siblings of children with autism
Children who have an older sibling with autism spectrum disorder (autism) are at greater risk of developmental vulnerabilities if they also have other relatives with neurodevelopmental or psychiatric conditions, according ...
Jun 19, 2024
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Researchers find exercise lifts mood for adults with Down's syndrome
A new study has discovered that physical activity and cognitive training can improve levels of life satisfaction and mood for adults with Down's syndrome.
Jun 13, 2024
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First trial of new suicide prevention intervention designed for autistic people
A new suicide prevention intervention developed specifically for autistic adults has been trialed as part of a program of research to identify ways to reduce suicide and self-harm among autistic people.
Jun 10, 2024
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Researchers find risk of suffering school bullying triples in children with autistic spectrum disorders
A research team from the URV's Nutrition and Mental Health group has studied the prevalence of autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in schoolchildren in the Tarragona region. ...
Jun 10, 2024
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People with autism turn to ChatGPT for advice on workplace issues
A new Carnegie Mellon University study shows that many people with autism embrace ChatGPT and similar artificial intelligence tools for help and advice as they confront problems in their workplaces.
Jun 9, 2024
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Reviewing systemic problems for autistic adults in STEMM: Q&A
AJ Hinton, assistant professor of molecular physiology and biophysics, Amber Crabtree, graduate student in the Department of Molecular Physiology and Biophysics, and colleagues have collaborated on a commentary about the ...
Jun 7, 2024
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Brain overgrowth dictates autism severity, new research suggests
Some children with autism experience profound, lifelong difficulties like developmental delay, social struggles and even the inability to speak. Others experience more mild symptoms that improve with time.
Jun 5, 2024
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Researchers call for better detection of health conditions for autistic people
Common debilitating health conditions, such as anxiety, depression and neck and back pain, may be under-diagnosed in autistic people, finds a new study led by UCL researchers.
Jun 4, 2024
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Autism screening tool goes global
Researchers at Flinders University are excited about the world-wide uptake of their early screening tool for children suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Jun 4, 2024
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Eye-tracking techniques could help primary care providers diagnose autism sooner, more accurately
Nearly 3% of all children in the United States are diagnosed with autism, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. But a collaborative team of researchers at Indiana University and Purdue University are ...
May 31, 2024
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Q&A: Telehealth study may help improve access to autism assessments
A study by UC Davis Health and Vanderbilt University Medical Center has found that developmental assessments for autism performed through telehealth may be a good alternative to in-person evaluations. The research, published ...
May 30, 2024
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