Study finds brain connection differences in high-risk infants at 6 weeks, suggesting earlier autism development linked to sensory processing and social attention.
Early intervention can help develop skills, reduce difficulties, and ensure the long-term success of people suffering from autism - a developmental disorder that affects how individuals behave, interact, and learn.
World Autism Awareness Day is observed every year on April 2nd. This year, 2024, marks the 17th annual celebration. The day is designated by the United Nations to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and promote acceptance and support for autistic people.
Research has unveiled a connection between children's screen time and a genetic inclination toward autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Although prolonged screen exposure in childhood has previously been linked to the likelihood of ASD and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
Thge studies demonstrate that measuring children’s looking behaviour predicts expert clinical diagnosis of autism in about 1,500 children between ages 16 to 30 months tested with a high degree of accuracy.
Autism spectrum condition manifests itself in early childhood and leads to difficulties functioning in society or socially, at school, and at work. Let’s understand its various signs and treatments of ASD.
Calcium and protein deficiencies can easily be seen in autistic children, which further affects their cognitive development and physical growth. A proper meal plan is very important for a child with autism.
Repetitive behaviour, difficulty in adapting to a changed routine, inability in learning different skills, anxiety, unusual responses to sensory changes, and sleep disorder can be seen in children suffering from autism.
Adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and those with typical development show similar proactive cognitive control, according to a UC Davis study.
Researchers have found that cognitive behavioural therapy and other psychosocial interventions are effective for treating anxiety in school-aged children with an autism spectrum disorder.
According to the study, parents of children with autism report higher levels of stress on average than parents of typically developing kids.
The study, published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics, found that 12 months of babies who spend large portions of time looking at screens were more likely to show autism-like symptoms at two years of age.
Families of children with autism face high physical, mental and emotional burdens, are sometimes ridiculed and even accused of child abuse.
Researchers have discovered how a genetic alteration that increases the risk of developing Autism and Tourette's impairs brain communication.
The study, published in the journal Autism and Developmental Disorders, also found that children with autism are more likely to be both the victims and perpetrators of sibling bullying compared to those without autism.
Happy Autism Awareness Month to everyone! Here's to know everything about this Autism disorder -definition, signs, symptoms, and causes.
Additionally, girls with ASD were six times more likely to have substantiated allegations of maltreatment than males with ASD, the team suggested.
Latest health update: Children with developmental delays, including Autism Spectrum Disorder are up to 50 per cent more likely to be overweight or obese.
In recent years, efforts have been made to identify the environmental factors that influence the development of autism.
Raaya is a heart-warming story of an autistic girl whose life changes when a hypnotherapist walks in.
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