Increased Physical Disease Risk Discovered in Individuals with Autism
Danish researchers have revealed that children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face a notably higher immediate risk of developing a wide range of physical diseases compared to those without ASD.
Community Shares | August 5th 2024
This week’s articles: A recent study examined the neurodevelopment of preschool-age children in the U.S. who were exposed to the Zika virus (ZIKV) in utero but did not have microcephaly or other signs of congenital Zika syndrome; New research indicates that ADH-503, an experimental cancer drug, shows promise in alleviating cognitive difficulties associated with Rett syndrome, a rare disorder linked to autism; An analysis of how a mother’s diet during pregnancy influences the risk of autism in her child has provided valuable new insights; Jaguar Gene Therapy has announced that the FDA has approved the Phase I clinical trial for JAG201, a gene therapy targeting ASD caused by SHANK3 mutations and Phelan-McDermid syndrome.
Systematic Review Links Environmental Pollutants to Autism and Other Neurodevelopmental Disorders
A new scientific review claims to be the first to systematically examine the impact of various environmental pollutants on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs).
Enzyme Activity and Methylmercury Exposure May Impact Early Brain Development
Glyoxalase 1 (Glo1) is an important enzyme that helps break down methylglyoxal (MGO), a harmful substance produced in the body and found in the environment.
Community Shares | July 29th 2024
This week’s articles: A new research article has investigated the levels of certain trace elements—zinc (Zn), aluminum (Al), and selenium (Se)—in the blood of children with ASD and compared them to healthy controls; A mini-review article for parents considering medication for children with ADHD or ASD emphasizes that while these treatments can be beneficial, drugs should be used cautiously; A review article has explored various immune-modulating treatments for neuroinflammation in individuals with ASD; An umbrella review has synthesized data from previous systematic reviews and meta-analyses to evaluate the link between vitamin D and ASD.
Early Environmental and Psychosocial Factors Linked to ADHD, ASD, and Their Co-occurrence
Groundbreaking research has prospectively investigated early environmental and psychosocial factors related to ADHD, ASD, and their co-occurrence, revealing significant insights into the risks and potential preventive measures.
