Screen time for babies linked to higher risk of autism-like symptoms
New York, April 21 (IANS) Amid the pandemic induced lockdown across the globe when many children are at home all day sitting in front of...
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Why autism disorder is more common in boys
New York, April 5 (IANS) Neuron offers clues to why autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is more common in boys than in girls, say researchers. They...
Researchers discover 102 genes associated with autism
New York, Jan 24 (IANS) In the largest genetic sequencing study of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to date, researchers have identified 102 genes associated with...
One-fourth of kids with autism are undiagnosed: Study
New York, Jan 11 (IANS) Researchers have found that one-fourth of children under age 8 with autism spectrum disorder are not being diagnosed, which is...
Families of kids with autism face mental, social burdens
New York, Jan 6 (IANS) Families of children with autism face high physical, mental and emotional burdens, are sometimes ridiculed and even accused of child...
Autism symptoms’ severity varies greatly among twins
Washington, Dec 30 (IANS) Identical twins with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often experience large differences in symptom severity even though they share the same DNA,...
How gene linked to autism, Tourette’s impacts brain
London, Dec 10 (IANS) Researchers have discovered how a genetic alteration that increases the risk of developing Autism and Tourette’s impairs brain communication. People with...
People with autism risk more likely to report self harm
London, Oct 30 (IANS) People with a higher genetic likelihood of autism are more likely to report higher childhood maltreatment, self-harm and suicidal thoughts, according...
Morning sickness can lead to autism risk in kids
New York, Oct 4 (IANS) Children whose mothers had hyperemesis gravidarum, a severe form of morning sickness, during pregnancy were 53 per cent more likely...
Amazon India to train individuals with autism
Bengaluru, Sep 26 (IANS) Amazon India on Thursday announced its partnership with a non-governmental organisation (NGO) – Sol’s ARC – to launch an industry first...
Feds announce $3mn in support for autism programs
The federal Liberals took jabs at the Ford government as it announced its support for new projects to support people with autism. The Liberals did...
Ford govt. reverses planned change of autism program
Facing a backlash and also fears that such decisions could affect the fortunes of the Federal conservatives, the Ford government announced it would now provide...
High levels of oestrogen in the womb linked to autism
London, July 29 (IANS) Researchers have identified a link between exposure to high levels of oestrogen sex hormones in the womb and the likelihood of...
AI detects new class of genetic mutations behind autism
New York, May 28 (IANS) Using Artificial Intelligence (AI), researchers have discovered new genetic flaws that contribute to autism in people. Most previous research on...
Ontario Autism Program round table to be held across province
For anyone wanting to have their say about the changes coming to the autism program, attending an autism consultation round table discussion for stakeholders local...
Scientists discover new prospect of treating autism
Beijing, April 1 (IANS) Chinese scientists have discovered that absence of a certain protein in flies causes intestinal flora imbalance and makes them show symptoms...
Redesigned autism program to cost province $300mn more than current budget
Following major protests against Ontario’s redesigned autism program, it will now cost at least $600 million a year, up from the $321-million program which was...
School boards to get around $12,300 for every new student with autism
Education Minister Lisa Thompson announced additional funding for students with autism, along with more resources for school boards and teachers. As more students and youth...
Liberal MPP calls for Lisa MacLeod to step down over autism waitlist freeze
Liberal MPP Michael Coteau is stepping up the pressure on Social Services Minister Lisa MacLeod to resign after leaked emails appear to show her ministry...
Prenatal vitamin intake may reduce autism recurrence: Study
New York, March 1 (IANS) Maternal intake of prenatal vitamins, including folic acid, during pregnancy can significantly lower the risk of autism spectrum disorder, and...