Molecular difference in autistic brains may explain signaling imbalance

Yale School of Medicine (YSM) scientists have discovered a molecular difference in the brains of autistic people compared to ...

New science points to four distinct types of autism

When Marc and Cristina Easton’s son was diagnosed with autism at 20 months, the Baltimore couple left the doctor’s appointment in confusion. Their toddler – who was very social – did not resemble the ...
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Neurodiversity on TV: What’s Healthy, What’s Harmful, and What Gives?

I liken onscreen neurodiverse representation to a first impression. The social stakes are high, and once a feeling or opinion attaches itself to this initial interaction, rewriting it is tricky. For ...
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Is ‘Love on the Spectrum’ Star James B. Jones’ GF Shelley Wolfe Autistic? She Explains Her Diagnosis

While fans loved watching Love on the Spectrum's James B. Jones find romance with Shelley Wolfe in season 3, some wondered if she was also diagnosed with autism. In Touch breaks down what Shelley has ...
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Thyroid problems in pregnancy may increase autism risk in children

Ongoing Thyroid Problems During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Autism Risk in Children New research shows that women who have untreated thyroid hormone problems during pregnancy may face a higher risk of ...