Autism
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Autism: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatments
By Laura Geggel published
Autism spectrum disorder affects a person's ability to communicate, interact with others and behave appropriately in social situations.

Autism Risk Linked to High Folate Levels in Pregnancy
By Cari Nierenberg published
Women who have high levels of certain B vitamins during pregnancy may be more likely to have a child with autism, a new study suggests.

The Experimenters: Temple Grandin on the Autistic Brain
By David Gerlach published
An insider look into the mind of scientist, and voice for autism awareness, Temple Grandin.

Ignore the Bad Advice — All Kids Need Autism Screening (Op-Ed)
By Alycia Halladay published
Autism screening is critical, and must continue, argues autism expert Alycia Halladay.

Low B12 Seen in Aging, Autism and Schizophrenia
By Christopher Wanjek published
A study of cadavers reveals a dramatic decrease of vitamin B12 in the brain across the ages but also among young people with autism and schizophrenia.

Autism Risk Linked to Obesity, Diabetes Combination in Moms
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
Children born to women with obesity and diabetes may have an increased risk of autism, a new study suggests.

Do Girls Have 'Protection' from Autism? (Op-Ed)
By Alycia Halladay published
Why are girls less likely to be diagnosed with autism?

Antidepressants May Raise Autism Risk in Later Pregnancy Stages
By Cari Nierenberg published
Children born to women who took antidepressants during their second or third trimester of pregnancy may face an increased risk of autism, a new study finds.
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