Could Mental Illness Begin Before You’re Born?
Key Questions Answered: Q: When do genes linked to mental illness start affecting the brain?A: Many genes associated…
Shared Genetic Roots of Autism and Heart Disease Found
Summary: New research reveals that autism and congenital heart disease may share a common biological basis—tiny cellular structures…
Different Autism Genes, Same Brain Signature
Summary: New research shows that different genetic forms of autism may produce a shared brain activity pattern, revealing…
Link Found Between Autism and Early-Onset Parkinson’s Risk
Summary: A large-scale Swedish study has found that individuals with autism are at significantly higher risk of developing…
Inflammation Triggers Repetitive Behaviors in ASD and OCD
Summary: New research reveals that chronic brain inflammation can directly lead to repetitive behaviors, often seen in conditions…
Low Newborn Vitamin D Linked to Autism and Schizophrenia
Summary: Babies born with low vitamin D levels are more likely to develop mental disorders like ADHD, schizophrenia,…
Can Genetics Predict Autism Intellectual Disabilities?
Summary: A new predictive model combining genetics with developmental milestones may help forecast which autistic children are at…
Finger Movements Offer New Clues for Autism Detection
Summary: Subtle hand movements during grasping tasks may help diagnose autism spectrum disorder (ASD) with high accuracy. Using…
Why Lefties Are More Common in Autism and Dyslexia
Summary: A new meta-analysis highlights a strong connection between early-onset neurodevelopmental disorders with linguistic symptoms and left- or…
Tandem Repeats May Explain Autism Risk
Summary: New research has uncovered a genetic connection between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and myotonic dystrophy type 1…