Thimerosal Exposure Linked to Neurological Impairments, Mitochondrial Dysfunction, Oxidative Stress, and Altered Neurotransmitter Levels
Injuries Caused by Exposure Can Lead to Long-Term Cognitive and Motor Deficits New research from Brazil has investigated the effects of thimerosal (TM), a mercury-containing compound used as a preservative or antiseptic in certain vaccines, skin test antigens, antivenins, ophthalmic and nasal products, and tattoo inks, on young Wistar rats, which were bred to be […]
GTF21 Gene Variations Could Be the Difference Between Having a “Cocktail Party Personality” and Struggling Socially
Recent Findings from a Stem Cell Study Could Lead to New Autism Treatments Researchers at the Sanford Stem Cell Institute, University of California San Diego, have gained insights into the social behaviors linked with Williams syndrome and its opposite genetic condition, 7q11.23 duplication syndrome, which may have implications for individuals with autism. Williams syndrome, characterized […]
IV Ketamine Infusions Reduced Anger Outbursts, Anxiety, Suicidality and Depression in Adult with ASD
Case Study Explores Ketamine’s Potential in Improving Quality of Life of Those with Comorbid Bipolar Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder A recent case study conducted at the University of Florida tracked the progress of a 29-year-old man diagnosed with bipolar disorder, type 2 diabetes, and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), who exhibited mood swings, suicidal ideation, […]
Systematic Review: Mercury Exposure Contributes to the Variability in ASD Etiology
Findings Show Mercury During the Postnatal Period Is Especially Harmful A recent systematic review has underscored the role of mercury (Hg) exposure in the onset of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), particularly when such exposure occurs during the postnatal period. According to the findings, infants are highly susceptible to toxins and heavy metals like Hg during […]
New Study Demonstrates HBOT Improves Verbal Behavior in Children with ASD
Significant Advances Discovered in Requesting, Naming, Answering Questions and Social Interaction A new study has explored the effects of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) on verbal behavior in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). A total of 65 children were included in this research, of which 32 received HBOT, and 33 served as controls. The age […]
New Research Suggests Brain Enzyme IDO2 May Be Linked to Neurological Disorders
Mice Without IDO2 Gene Exhibited Behaviors Similar to Autism New Japanese research explores how a brain enzyme called indoleamine 2,3-dioxygenase 2 (IDO2) could be related to certain complex neurological diseases, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study’s design involved examining mice without the IDO2 gene to analyze how it affected their behavior. The authors found […]
