autism
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healthMajor Study Links Autism to Psychosis Spectrum
A large meta-analysis of nearly seven million people finds a strong association between autism and psychosis at both trait and diagnostic levels.
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healthBreakthrough Study Identifies Two Distinct Biological Subtypes of Autism
Researchers identify hypoconnectivity and hyperconnectivity autism subtypes using cross-species brain imaging, paving the way for precision therapies beyond the spectrum model.
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healthAlexithymia: The Hidden Condition Affecting Emotional Intelligence and Decision Making
Alexithymia affects up to 10 percent of the population, causing difficulty in identifying emotions. This condition impacts relationships, decision-making, and overlaps with autism and PTSD.
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healthA Mother's Plea to the Public: Don't Just Stare, Give Us a Smile
Seri Amalia Khairil, mother of a 13-year-old with autism, shares the daily challenges and stigma her family faces, urging the public for empathy.
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healthGut Bacteria at Birth May Shape Neurodevelopmental Disorder Risk
New research links early microbiome maturation to altered autism and ADHD risk through epigenetic changes.
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healthIn 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.
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healthAntidepressants 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.
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healthAutism 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.