Neuroscience
Fish give insight on sound sensitivity in autism
A tiny fish is helping scientists understand how the human brain processes sound, while also giving insight to autism spectrum disorder.
Nov 10, 2020
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Neuroscience
Research challenges conventional wisdom about key autism trait
A new study into the causes of sensorimotor impairments prevalent among autistic people could pave the way for better treatment and management in the future, say psychologists.
Sep 25, 2020
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Autism spectrum disorders
Stress in parents of children with autism: Pets may help
While current events have increased stress for all families, parents of children with autism report higher levels of stress on average than parents of typically developing kids. Feeling overwhelmed and overburdened by various ...
Apr 27, 2020
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Neuroscience
Understanding how the brain predicts could make treating autism easier
Our brains make our lives easier by predicting what will happen next based on previous experiences. But what happens when those predictive powers don't work like they should?
Mar 05, 2020
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Autism spectrum disorders
Deafening sounds and blinding lights
Navigating public transport on the autism spectrum.
Mar 21, 2019
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