New Study Links Gut Microbiome to Autism with High Diagnostic Accuracy
A comprehensive study by researchers from The Chinese University of Hong Kong confirmed a significant link between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and the gut microbiome, including bacteria, fungi, archaea, and viruses.
Study Finds More Intensive Autism Interventions Do Not Guarantee Better Outcomes
A new study led by the UNC School of Medicine and researchers across the country has found that higher-intensity interventions do not necessarily yield better outcomes for young children with autism.
Researchers Document Reversal of Severe Autism Diagnoses in Twins Through Comprehensive Treatment
A new case series from a team of researchers, including Dr. Richard Frye, has documented the reversal of Level 3 (i.e., requiring very substantial support) Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnoses in dizygotic toddler twin girls over a two-year period primarily through comprehensive environmental and lifestyle modifications.
High Prevalence of Mental Health Issues Discovered in Patients with Autoimmune Disorders
A new study by researchers from the University of Cambridge and King’s College London found that a majority of patients with autoimmune conditions, such as lupus and rheumatoid arthritis, experience a wide range of mental health and neurological symptoms.
Dopamine Could Play a Pivotal Role in the Development of Autism
A recent study published in The American Journal of Pathology highlights the crucial role of dopamine in neural development and its link to autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Dopamine is a type of neurotransmitter and hormone that plays a role in pleasure, motivation and learning.
Familial Fecal Microbiota Transplantation Shows Promise in Treating Autism Symptoms
In a fascinating new case report, researchers, including Steven J. Walker, PhD, documented significant improvements in both gut microbiome composition and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) symptoms after familial fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) was performed in an adolescent with ASD.
