Tag: Autism
Mean Depth of Ultrasonographic Penetration Greater in Autism
Greater depth in first trimester versus developmental delay group, typical development group
Cognitive Enhancement Therapy Beneficial for Adults With Autism
Participants treated with CET were significantly more likely to gain competitive employment
Maternal Folic Acid, Multivitamin Use May Cut ASD Risk in Offspring
Autism spectrum disorder risk lower in those whose moms took supplements before, while pregnant
Neuroanatomic Abnormalities ID’d in Those at Risk for Autism
Seen in carriers of deletion or duplication at 16p11.2, a common cause of autism spectrum disorder
Maternal Multivitamin Use Tied to Lower Risk of Child ASD
Lower odds of offspring autism spectrum disorder with or without additional iron or folic acid
Neuroanatomic Anomalies for Deletion, Duplication at 16p11.2
Deletion or duplication carriers have abnormalities, linked to cognitive, behavioral impairment
Guidelines Developed for Art Therapy for Children With ASD
Domains of importance ID'd in surveys include art therapist's level of experience, choice of art materials
Antidepressants in Pregnancy May Contribute to Autism in Child
But difference in risk is small, researchers say
Sleeping Sickness Medication May Help Lessen ASD Symptoms
Small study produced positive results with suramin, but more research needed
No Proof Special Diets, Supplements Work for Autism
Analysis of 19 trials turned up little evidence they actually work; more definitive research needed
