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The link between antidepressants and autism, explained

by Jessica Wright / 6 September 2018

Taking antidepressants during pregnancy is unlikely to raise the risk of having a child with autism.

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Foster children on Medicaid may have unmet mental health needs

by Phil Galewitz, Kaiser Health News / 29 August 2018

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Webinar: Janine LaSalle describes gene-environment interactions in autism

19 September 2018

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Long-term study shows language’s role in easing autism features

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 31 August 2018

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The hidden danger of suicide in autism

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock / 8 August 2018

Many people with autism entertain thoughts of suicide and yet show few obvious signs of their distress. Some scientists are identifying risks — and solutions — unique to autistic individuals.

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How a ‘pacemaker’ for the brain could ease autism traits

by Andre Fenton / 4 September 2018

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New tool triggers gene expression in select neurons in rodents

by Marissa Fessenden / 31 August 2018

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Family ties: Sabatini brothers crack codes that may underlie autism

by Hannah Furfaro / 30 August 2018

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Mutant flies reveal key gene interactions within autism deletion

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6 August 2018

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Blocking key enzyme eases memory problems, anxiety in autism mice

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Studies unveil hidden ties between epilepsy gene and autism

by Jessica Wright / 23 July 2018

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Algorithm flags harmful mutations in single copies of genes

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Mutations in chromosome 22 bring big risks, but only for some

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Attention deficit diagnoses nearly double in two decades

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Proposed revisions to global diagnostic manual for autism raise concerns

by Sarah DeWeerdt / 29 August 2018

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New diagnostic code for Angelman syndrome may spark crucial research

by Hannah Furfaro / 15 August 2018

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Conditions that accompany autism, explained

by Hannah Furfaro / 25 July 2018

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A red and blue pattern of genes.

Algorithm flags harmful mutations in single copies of genes

by Nicole Wetsman / 20 July 2018

Features / Deep Dive

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Can a computer diagnose autism?

by Jeremy Hsu / 11 July 2018

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Doubts, confusion surround Cognoa’s app for autism diagnosis

by Hannah Furfaro / 27 June 2018

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How Dennis Wall became the ‘bad boy’ of autism research

by Hannah Furfaro / 27 June 2018

Opinion / Viewpoint

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Traits of other conditions may spur autism

by John Constantino, Zoë Hawks / 12 June 2018

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Autism’s sex bias may originate in brain’s immune cells

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 5 September 2018

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How a ‘pacemaker’ for the brain could ease autism traits

by Andre Fenton / 4 September 2018

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Charting one cell at a time, scientists reveal brain’s vast diversity

by Jessica Wright / 3 September 2018

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Neurons glow green in a mouse brain.

New tool triggers gene expression in select neurons in rodents

by Marissa Fessenden / 31 August 2018

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Family ties: Sabatini brothers crack codes that may underlie autism

by Hannah Furfaro / 30 August 2018

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Webinar: Judy Van de Water discusses the maternal immune system and autism

29 August 2018

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Two new sensors track chemical signals in brains of living animals

by Brianna Abbott / 24 August 2018

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Webinar: Evelina Fedorenko discusses language processing in autism

28 November 2018

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Mutant flies reveal key gene interactions within autism deletion

by Alla Katsnelson / 20 August 2018

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Artwork shows a flock of birds flying inside the head of a boy.

How a ‘pacemaker’ for the brain could ease autism traits

by Andre Fenton / 4 September 2018

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Long-term study shows language’s role in easing autism features

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 31 August 2018

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Proposed revisions to global diagnostic manual for autism raise concerns

by Sarah DeWeerdt / 29 August 2018

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Inconsistent prevalence estimates highlight studies’ flaws

by Jessica Wright / 28 August 2018

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Study quantifies prevalence of autism in India

by Alla Katsnelson / 27 August 2018

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Webinar: Evelina Fedorenko discusses language processing in autism

28 November 2018

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Complications during pregnancy may contribute to autism risk

by Rachel Zamzow / 22 August 2018

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Multipart device monitors various senses in babies

by Jen Monnier / 17 August 2018

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The hidden danger of suicide in autism

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock / 8 August 2018

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Drug approval could boost research on marijuana treatment for autism

by Jessica Wright / 16 August 2018

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Study revives serotonin as target for autism treatments

by Jessica Wright / 8 August 2018

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The hidden danger of suicide in autism

by Cheryl Platzman Weinstock / 8 August 2018

Opinion / Viewpoint

How to help young adults with autism transition to adulthood

by Marjorie Solomon / 7 August 2018

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Technique tracks molecules that drive learning in brain

by Marissa Fessenden / 3 August 2018

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Blocking key enzyme eases memory problems, anxiety in autism mice

by Alla Katsnelson / 1 August 2018

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Skepticism surrounds autism drug given ‘fast track’ for approval

by Hannah Furfaro / 25 July 2018

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The healthcare system is failing autistic adults

by Alisa Opar / 25 July 2018

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For children with autism, tablet app may deliver life skills

by Angelika Anderson / 24 July 2018

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The link between antidepressants and autism, explained

by Jessica Wright / 6 September 2018

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Webinar: Judy Van de Water discusses the maternal immune system and autism

29 August 2018

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Study quantifies prevalence of autism in India

by Alla Katsnelson / 27 August 2018

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Complications during pregnancy may contribute to autism risk

by Rachel Zamzow / 22 August 2018

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Whooping cough vaccine during pregnancy carries no risk of autism

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 13 August 2018

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Study ties autism to maternal high blood pressure, diabetes

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 18 July 2018

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Webinar: Janine LaSalle describes gene-environment interactions in autism

19 September 2018

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Inflammation in mother tied to child’s brain function, behavior

by Rachel Zamzow / 31 May 2018

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Vitamin D linked to lowered autism risk in large study

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 10 May 2018

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Attention deficit diagnoses nearly double in two decades

by Rachel Bluth, Kaiser Health News / 5 September 2018

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Proposed revisions to global diagnostic manual for autism raise concerns

by Sarah DeWeerdt / 29 August 2018

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Study quantifies prevalence of autism in India

by Alla Katsnelson / 27 August 2018

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Outcry compels NIH to put new clinical trial policy on hold

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 23 August 2018

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by Jessica Wright / 21 August 2018

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Medical studies often omit authors’ financial conflicts

by Rachel Bluth, Kaiser Health News / 16 August 2018

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Whooping cough vaccine during pregnancy carries no risk of autism

by Nicholette Zeliadt / 13 August 2018

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Career-prep program fosters strengths of teens with autism

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