Enzyme Activity and Methylmercury Exposure May Impact Early Brain Development
Glyoxalase 1 (Glo1) is an important enzyme that helps break down methylglyoxal (MGO), a harmful substance produced in the body and found in the environment.
Early Environmental and Psychosocial Factors Linked to ADHD, ASD, and Their Co-occurrence
Groundbreaking research has prospectively investigated early environmental and psychosocial factors related to ADHD, ASD, and their co-occurrence, revealing significant insights into the risks and potential preventive measures.
Common Virus Linked to Higher Autism Risk in Newborns
A recent study indicates that the common virus cytomegalovirus (CMV), which affects about one in every 200 newborns in the United States, might significantly increase the risk of developing autism.
Personalized Ketogenic Diet Shows Promise for Autism and ADHD Treatment
Recent research has suggested that personalized variations of a ketogenic diet could significantly benefit children with neuropsychiatric symptoms such as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and ADHD.
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.
