Brain Overgrowth Linked to Autism Severity: Study Finds 41% Larger Brains in Severe Cases
The scientific journal Molecular Autism has recently published a study that uncovers a significant link between brain overgrowth and the severity of social and communication symptoms in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Community Shares | August 26th 2024
This week’s articles: A study with over 3 million infants found that antibiotics used during pregnancy and the first six months after birth are linked to an increased risk of neuropsychiatric disorders in children; New research examining the effects of neonatal immune activation (NIA) via lipopolysaccharide (LPS) exposure on rodents found that this exposure leads to significant sex- and age-specific changes in gut function and behavior; A recent meta-analysis reviewed 30 studies to explore the link between ASD and atopic eczema (AE); ARI announceD a free webinar titled “The Science of Making Friends for Autistic Youth: Lessons from the UCLA PEERS Program.”
Review Connects Lead Exposure to the Development of ADHD
The Journal of Neurodevelopmental Disorders has recently published a systematic review of 74 studies conducted between 1983 and 2023, exploring the link between Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and exposure to lead and exposure to mercury.
Could Rising Autism Rates Be Linked to Acetaminophen and Glyphosate Use?
A recent study by William Shaw, PhD, suggests that the rising rates of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may be linked to two primary factors: the shift from aspirin to acetaminophen due to its association with Reye’s syndrome and the increased use of glyphosate, a herbicide, both in genetically modified foods and as a drying agent for other crops.
Community Shares | August 19th 2024
This week’s articles: A recent study suggests that measuring specific fatty acid metabolites in newborn blood could predict ASD risk; A team of researchers examined how maternal folic acid intake during pregnancy affects newborn folate levels and the risk of ASD and developmental delay; New research published in BMJ Open reveals that children exhibiting neurodevelopmental or neurodivergent traits, such as autism or ADHD, are at a doubled risk of developing chronic disabling fatigue; Moleculera Labs, now rebranded as Moleculera Biosciences, has expanded its focus from immune-mediated central nervous system and cardiovascular disorders to a broader range of conditions, including neuropsychiatric, neuro-degenerative, and Long-COVID disorders.
Longer Breastfeeding Duration Linked to a Lower Autism Risk in Children
New research out of Israel highlights that breastfeeding practices in early childhood may significantly impact the likelihood of a later autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis. According to the study, children who were breastfed—whether partially or exclusively—exhibited a reduced risk of developing ASD, with longer durations of breastfeeding providing a greater protective effect.
