10 stories tagged #Autism

  1. In Central Asia, Sports Are Changing Lives for Children With Autism
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    In Central Asia, Sports Are Changing Lives for Children With Autism

    From adaptive cycling to inclusive races, families in Kazakhstan are using physical activity to break through barriers.

    2w ago 2 min read
  2. Antidepressants in Pregnancy: No Link to Autism or ADHD in Children, Study Finds
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    Antidepressants in Pregnancy: No Link to Autism or ADHD in Children, Study Finds

    Large-scale meta-analysis of over 600,000 pregnancies shows no increased risk of autism or ADHD from antidepressants when accounting for maternal mental health.

    2w ago 1 min read
  3. Autism Diagnosis Unlocks Self-Trust and Authentic Voice
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    Autism Diagnosis Unlocks Self-Trust and Authentic Voice

    A woman's journey from lifelong uncertainty to self-acceptance after an autism diagnosis at age 31, leading to a successful online platform.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Social Media's Mental Health Misinformation Crisis Revealed
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    Social Media's Mental Health Misinformation Crisis Revealed

    A new review exposes widespread inaccuracies in mental health content online, particularly on TikTok, impacting public health and patient care.

    last mo. 1 min read
  5. TikTok Dominates in Mental Health Misinformation, Study Reveals
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    TikTok Dominates in Mental Health Misinformation, Study Reveals

    New research shows over half of mental health content on TikTok contains misinformation, especially regarding ADHD and autism.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. UK Youth Joblessness Surges Amid Rising Health Barriers, Government Unveils £2.5bn Response
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    UK Youth Joblessness Surges Amid Rising Health Barriers, Government Unveils £2.5bn Response

    Neet youth in the UK citing health conditions as work barrier rose 70% since 2015; mental health and autism now top causes. Government launches £2.5bn youth employment and health reintegration plan.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. Autism-Parkinson's Link: New Research Points to Dopamine Transporters
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    Autism-Parkinson's Link: New Research Points to Dopamine Transporters

    New study suggests dopamine transporter abnormalities in young adults with autism may explain increased Parkinson's risk later in life.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  8. FDA Rejects Autism Drug Claims, Approves Leucovorin for Rare Genetic Disorder
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    FDA Rejects Autism Drug Claims, Approves Leucovorin for Rare Genetic Disorder

    The FDA approved leucovorin for cerebral folate deficiency, contradicting previous Trump administration claims of its effectiveness for autism and finding insufficient evidence for broader use.

    3mo ago 1 min read