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.
Common Virus Linked to Higher Autism Risk in Newborns
A recent study indicates that the common virus cytomegalovirus (CMV), which affects about one in every 200 newborns in the United States, might significantly increase the risk of developing autism.
Community Shares | July 22nd 2024
This week’s articles: A new study has explored the complex relationship between gut microbiota composition and ASD, focusing on its potential implications for symptom severity and treatment; Another study has investigated the relationship between maternal folic acid intake, newborn folate levels, and the risk of ASD and developmental delay; Researchers from the University of Plymouth have provided compelling evidence linking autism with a heightened interest in board gaming, shedding light on its therapeutic benefits and social significance for individuals on the spectrum; A report by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services reveals significant disparities in autism diagnosis rates based on insurance coverage among children aged 3 to 17.
Prenatal Exposure to Cadmium Linked to Increased Risk of Autism Spectrum Disorder
In a new study from the Early Autism Risk Longitudinal Investigation (EARLI) and Markers of Autism Risk in Babies Learning Early Signs (MARBLES), researchers, including Irva Hertz-Picciotto, examined prenatal metal exposure and neurodevelopmental outcomes in two prospective birth cohorts of siblings of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Siblings of Children with Autism Face a 20% Higher Risk of ASD, 7 Times Higher Than Those Without a Sibling on the Spectrum
New research from the UC Davis MIND Institute and the Baby Siblings Research Consortium has revealed that siblings of children with autism face a significantly increased risk of autism themselves, approximately 20%.
