Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) Archives

Allergies during pregnancy contribute to changes in the brains of rat offspring

by SoP | Nov 29, 2017 | News | 0 comments

Discovery could help explain links between maternal allergies and ADHD, autism. A new study in rats could begin to explain why allergies during pregnancy are linked to higher risks for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder and autism in children.

Study identifies new genetic risk factor for developing autism spectrum disorder

by SoP | Sep 6, 2017 | News | 0 comments

Researchers explore the role postzygotic mosaic mutations play in the development of autism spectrum disorders.

Females with Autism Show Greater Difficulty with Day-to-Day Tasks than Male Counterparts

by SoP | Jul 21, 2017 | News | 0 comments

While girls on the autism spectrum generally exhibit better social and communication skills than autistic boys, they tend to have more challenges with planning and organization, a new study reports.