Neanderthal Genes Linked to Increased Autism Susceptibility in Modern Humans
Scientists discovered that certain genetic traits inherited from Neanderthals can increase susceptibility to autism. Although modern humans typically have around 2-3% Neanderthal DNA, the research found specific Neanderthal-derived genetic variations are more prevalent in people with autism than in the general population.
Community Shares | June 17th 2024
This week’s articles: One of the first studies to investigate the relationship between autistic symptoms and somatic problems in adults from the general population; Stephanie Seneff has co-authored a new study that investigates the dramatic rise in autism incidence over the past two decades, suggesting that its causes are multifaceted, involving toxicants, genetics, and nutrient deficiencies; New commentary from the CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network reveals that Black youth with autism now account for approximately 30% of the latest 1 in 36 autism prevalence rate, reducing the diagnosis disparity between Black and White youth.; Openings are available for a treatment study on Microbiota Transplant Therapy for children with ASD and gastrointestinal disorders. The study, led by James Adams, Ph.D., aims to reduce chronic gastrointestinal issues and improve autism-related symptoms in children with ASD aged 4 to under 18 years who suffer from chronic constipation, diarrhea, or similar gut problems.
Maternal Diabetes Linked to Increased Risk of ADHD, ASD, and Cardiometabolic Disorders in Offspring
A population-based cohort study investigated the long-term effects of maternal diabetes on offspring. The study included 3,407,961 mother/infant pairs and found that children of women with type 1 diabetes had the highest risks of developing ADHD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and cardiometabolic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
High Prevalence of Mental Health Issues Discovered in Patients with Autoimmune Disorders
A new study by researchers from the University of Cambridge and King’s College London found that a majority of patients with autoimmune conditions, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, experience a wide range of mental health and neurological symptoms.
Community Shares | June 10th 2024
This week’s articles: Investigation of the similarities and differences between individuals with high self-reported autism traits and those with clinically confirmed ASD; StrandDx may be able to predict neurodevelopmental and neurodegenerative conditions like autism using a single strand of hair; Examination of the link between congenital cytomegalovirus (cCMV) and autism spectrum disorder in U.S. children using Medicaid claims data; Advanced brain mapping technique using virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence to study the development of neurons in newborn mice
Individuals with ASD Are Three Times More Likely to Develop Symptoms Associated with Parkinson’s Disease
New research involving a quarter of a million people with autism, intellectual disabilities, or both found that their risk of developing Parkinson’s-like symptoms is three times higher than in the general population.
