Multilingualism Boosts Cognitive Skills in Children With and Without Autism
UCLA Study Finds Speaking Multiple Languages Enhances Executive Function and Reduces Autism-Related Symptoms A UCLA Health study published in Autism Research has highlighted the cognitive benefits of multilingualism for children with and without autism, suggesting it enhances executive functions and alleviates some autism-related symptoms. Researchers found that children in multilingual households exhibited stronger abilities in […]
Children With Autism Face 49% Higher Risk of Leukemia
Research Links Increased Cancer Risk to Immune Abnormalities and Co-Occurring Conditions in Children With ASD Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are 49% more likely to be diagnosed with leukemia, according to a study by Epic Research, which analyzed data from over 7,000 children with ASD born between 2006 and 2018. The findings suggest that […]
Rare Fatal Complications of Chronic Constipation in Vulnerable Individuals
Case Series Highlights Risks of Pulmonary Thromboembolism and Abdominal Compartment Syndrome in Patients With Developmental Disabilities A recent case series published in The American Journal of Forensic Medicine and Pathology highlights two rare and fatal complications of chronic constipation in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, underscoring the serious risks associated with this often benign […]
Maternal Metabolism Linked to Neurodevelopmental Outcomes in Children
MIND Institute Study Highlights Metabolic Patterns in Mothers of Children with Autism, Down Syndrome, and Developmental Delays A new study from the MIND Institute at UC Davis leveraged data from the childhood autism risk from genetics and the environment (CHARGE) study to examine plasma metabolic profiles of mothers whose children had autism spectrum disorder (ASD), […]
Household Insecticide Exposure to Increased Autism Risk
New research utilizing data from the CHARGE study highlights the significant neurodevelopmental risks associated with prenatal and early life exposure to household insecticides, particularly in relation to autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Psychedelics May Offer Mental Health Benefits for People With Autism
A recent study published in Psychopharmacology explored the potential mental health benefits of psychedelics, such as psilocybin and LSD, for individuals with autism. In a survey of 233 adults on the spectrum, 82% reported reduced psychological distress, and 78% experienced decreased social anxiety following impactful psychedelic experiences.
