Autism : Science World Report

Dec 30, 2014 07:26 AM EST

Scientists Discover Molecular Network Underlying Autism

There are some new findings when it comes to autism. Scientists have identified a molecular network that comprises many of the genes previously shown to contribute to autism spectrum disorders.

Dec 11, 2014 11:52 AM EST

Brain Inflammation Reveals Genetic Marker Of Autism

Recent findings published in the journal Nature Communications reveal a pattern of inflammation linked to autism from increased immune responses.

Oct 29, 2014 02:38 PM EDT

33 Genes Linked To Autism Via Sequencing Studies

Researchers have found that 33 genes may play a role in the risk of autism--a behavioral disorder that's estimated to affect 1 in 68 children.

Sep 26, 2014 02:05 PM EDT

Children With Autism Are More Sedentary Than Peers

Recent findings published in the journal Autism Research and Treatment show that children with autism are more likely to be sedentary than their peers. Researchers found that on average, they were likely to spend 50 minutes less a day involved in moderate physical activity and 70 minutes more each d...

Sep 22, 2014 05:52 PM EDT

Low Iron May Increase The Risk of Autism in Expectant Mothers

A new study on mothers with autistic children suggests that they be less likely to take iron supplements before and during pregnancy.

Sep 17, 2014 09:18 AM EDT

Rare Genetic Disorder Connected to Autism

The rare genetic disorder known as Jacobsen syndrome has now been linked to autism, according to recent findings published in the journal Genetics in Medicine.

Sep 15, 2014 06:58 AM EDT

Scientists Discover Neurons that Control How Social You Are: New Findings for Autism

Children and adults with autism can often be less social. In fact, they often display an increased tendency to engage in solitary behaviors. Now, scientists have discovered antagonistic neuron populations in a mouse's amygdala, a segment of its brain, that actually controls social behaviors.

Aug 22, 2014 10:36 AM EDT

Children and Adolescents with Autism Have Extra Synapses in Their Brains

Scientists have taken a closer look at children and adolescents with autism and have found that they actually have a surplus of synapses in their brains.

Aug 05, 2014 10:28 AM EDT

Children with Autism may be at an Increased Risk for Gastrointestinal Issues

Children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are more likely to deal with gastrointestinal issues, than non-ASD children, according to recent findings published in the journal Pediatrics.

Jul 24, 2014 06:15 PM EDT

Enzyme Linked to Autistic Behavior in Fragile X Syndrome

Scientists have long struggled with linking a more direct culprit to Autism--a developmental disorder that's estimated to affect close to 1.5 million Americans. Yet a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of California, Riverside, found that certain enzymes may be connected to the ...

Jul 07, 2014 06:16 AM EDT

Scientists Discover Genetic Link to Autism in New Study

Scientists may have just found a genetic link to autism.

Jun 18, 2014 11:00 AM EDT

Weak Motor Skills at 6 Months may Show Early Signs of Autism

Previous studies have shown that certain repetitive behaviors seen in infancy can be early signs of an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Now researchers from the Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, Md., have found that reduced grasping and fine motor activity among 6-month-old infants may indicate...