Microstructural Abnormalities Discovered in Autism Cases in the Orbitofrontal Cortex and Amygdala
New Research Utilized MRI Brain Scans The orbitofrontal cortex (OFC) is the part of the brain which is found at the very front that sits just above the orbits (eye sockets). It has extensive connections with the sensory system and is involved in multiple psychological functions, such as emotional and cognitive processing, learning, and social […]
Community Shares | August 24th
According to a new article in the Tennessee Lookout, families who have a special needs member are having a hard time securing home-based care services. Not only is the state encountering a shortage of workers to fill these positions, but the two different agencies that provide caregivers are experiencing pay disparities. Due to these employment […]
One in 15 Men Carry Sperm Mutations Linked to Disease in Their Offspring
These Mutations May Potentially Cause 15% of ASD cases and Other Diseases Mosaicism is a condition in which a person has two or more genetically different sets of cells in their body. Every human experiences some level of mosaicism, but most of the time the condition is undetectable. However, when mosaicism occurs in sperm or […]
Sensorimotor Distinctions for People with Autism
Key Difference Exhibited in Rapid Processing Sensory Feedback Sensorimotor skills involve the process of receiving sensory messages (sensory input) and producing a response (motor output). This process is the basis of many abilities, everything from handwriting to zipping up a coat to language development. Sensorimotor skills have significant implications for education and independence over a […]
Relationship Between Environmental Factors for Children with Autism
Research from Cyprus Identifies Various Maternal and Neonatal Factors Linked to ASD Last month, SafeMinds Shares reported on nine new research papers that investigated environmental factors during prenatal and neonatal periods. These studies associated inflammation, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, chlorpyrifos, lead, methylation problems, low vitamin D levels, and PFAS exposure as possible culprits for the […]
Transitioning Students with ASD Back to On-Campus Learning
UC Davis MIND Institute Experts Offer Advice for a Smooth Change Heading back to school this year is going to be unique for all students. But it will be especially unique for kids with autism, who are more likely to experience extra challenges while transitioning back to full-day classroom learning. To assist with this change […]
