Research Articles

April 04, 2022

COVID with Schizophrenia Proves to be a Fatal Combination for Many

New Data Indicates that Immune System Dysfunction Could be Culprit for Deadly Outcome    Shocking new research published in JAMA Psychiatry shows that individuals with schizophrenia were nearly three times as likely to die from COVID-19 as the general population. This risk of dying from the virus is higher than those with diabetes, heart disease, […]

April 04, 2022

New Brain Pathway to Fear Discovered

The Human Sensory Cortex Stores Memories of Past Frightening Experiences    Researchers from Florida State University have made a groundbreaking discovery involving fear pathways in the human brain. For years, scientists considered the amygdala to be the epicenter of fear processing in the brain. The almond-shaped brain structure was believed to be largely responsible for […]

bisphenol A (BPA)
March 28, 2022

Gestational Exposure to BPA May Be Associated with Neurodevelopmental Disorders

Review Summarizes the Developmental Neurotoxicity of BPA in Lab Animals  A new literature review has examined the correlation between exposure to bisphenol A (BPA) and neurodevelopmental disorders (NDDs) in humans. NDDs refer to nervous system disorders caused by changes in brain development. These disorders include autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), intellectual disability […]

March 21, 2022

Can an Autism Hug Machine Help Control Challenging Behaviors of Children on the Spectrum?

Recent Study Suggests Deep Pressure Provided by One Type of Device Can Be Calming  Deep pressure has been widely used by occupational therapists who work with children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The deep pressure sensation is thought to regulate the sensory system, reducing the symptoms of stress and anxiety of individuals on the spectrum. […]

March 21, 2022

Methylmercury Chloride Exposure Deteriorates Behaviors and Impacts the Immune System

Mouse Model Study Shows Increased Production of Proinflammatory Cytokines after Exposure   New research from Saudi Arabia has investigated the effects of methylmercury chloride (MeHgCl) exposure on BTBR mice. BTBR mice are an inbred mouse strain that exhibit core symptoms of autism-like behaviors. The authors of this new study hypothesized that MeHgCl exposure could be associated […]

March 14, 2022

Eye Gazing in ASD: Indifference or Avoidance?

New Review Examines the Theory of Hypoactive vs. Hyperactive Amygdala A tendency to avoid eye contact is often an early indicator of autism in young children. Difficulties with eye contact frequently continue through the lifespan, creating challenges for social interactions for people on the spectrum. A new review published in the Journal of Autism and […]

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