For most types of sleep disorders, there are significant differences for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and those with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) compared with typically developing (TD) ...
Jan 22, 2024
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New Western Australian research is using high-tech 3D facial scans to give us a better understanding of the genetic causes of autism.
Sep 17, 2021
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A new paper comparing the ability to match pitch and duration in speech and song is providing valuable insight into vocal imitation deficits for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Aug 10, 2021
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In an Autism Research study of 36 newly employed adults with autism spectrum disorder who were participating in a supported employment program, positive well-being—or a sense of happiness and life satisfaction—was associated ...
Jan 24, 2019
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New research shows for the first time that adults with autism can recognise complex emotions such as regret and relief in others as easily as those without the condition.
Jan 7, 2019
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Empathy - the ability to identify and understand other people's emotions - has many components, some sophisticated and involving complex thought processes, others basic but essential nonetheless. The latter include joint ...
Oct 14, 2015
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Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are often affected by co-occurring conditions, such as epilepsy, immune disorders, gastrointestinal problems, and developmental delays. According to research published today in ...
May 31, 2019
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World-first research from Western Sydney University confirms young Australian adults diagnosed with autism process speech differently due to significant social isolation and limited variety of in-person social interactions.
Sep 1, 2022
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One-fourth of children under age 8 with autism spectrum disorder—most of them black or Hispanic—are not being diagnosed, which is critical for improving quality of life.
Jan 9, 2020
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New research from the University of Cambridge suggests that autistic individuals are less likely to identify as heterosexual and more likely to identify with a diverse range of sexual orientations than non-autistic individuals.
Sep 20, 2021
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