Research on whether genes actually contribute to the heritability of autism spectrum disorder has been ongoing for quite some time. The most recent research points to a conspicuous genetic link, with evidence reflecting that siblings of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder are significantly...
One puzzle that has proven to be particularly perplexing in the realm of neurodevelopmental disorders is the marked variability in autism manifestations among children. In short, the severity & symptomatology diverge so greatly among those diagnosed with autism & this has puzzled scientists for...
The age at which children transition to young adults is particularly often challenging for even the average adolescent, and it stands to reason that autistic children might find this period even more arduous. Consider these: the confluence of typical pubertal developments and the unique...
Parents and caregivers of ASD children would agree that one of the major challenges they face is ensuring the child is receiving the most effective and evidence-based treatment available. There are many sources out there that claim to offer miraculous cures, but one thing...