Study reveals genetic factors influencing SYNGAP1 encephalopathy disease severity
SYNGAP1 encephalopathy is a rare genetic disorder for which there is no treatment, causing epilepsy, intellectual disability, psychomotor…
Research shows AI discourages social interaction for autistic users
When people ask ChatGPT and other AI models for advice, they often share deeply personal details in hopes…
RFK Jr. Calls Tylenol Study Finding No Link To Autism ‘Garbage’
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. rejected the findings of a recent Danish study that found no link…
Study proposes genetic basis for autism’s strong sex bias
Autism has a significant and enduring sex bias, with roughly four boys diagnosed for every girl. For many…
Some kids with autism are losing therapy services after a Medicaid change reduces clinics’ revenue
Teachers work with kids at the Bounce ADA Preschool in Essex Junction on Tuesday, December 16, 2025. Photo…
‘I’m still coming to terms with it’: Rebecca Gibney reveals ‘very emotional’ health diagnosis following years of panic attacks and crippling anxiety
Rebecca Gibney has been diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The actress…
BTS’ Suga co-authors music-based therapy manual for children with autism
Fans of Suga will be happy to know that the artist is showing off multiple talents beyond music.…
Tylenol use drops among some pregnant women after Trump’s unproven autism claim
Last year, President Donald Trump told pregnant women not to take Tylenol as he promoted unproven ties between…
Long-read whole genome sequencing uncovers new genetic variants linked to autism
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have identified new genetic variants associated with autism spectrum disorder…
Neural circuit mechanisms explain how chronic sleep loss disrupts social memory
Background Social memory—the ability to recognize familiar individuals and distinguish them from strangers—is fundamental to social cognition. Deficits…
New research on two million people quantifies how genetic risks overlap across diagnoses
A sweeping new peer-reviewed study published in Genomic Psychiatry has introduced a concept that could reshape how psychiatrists…
Predicting Autism Traits Through Infant Sleep
Summary: For babies with a higher likelihood of autism, “quiet” might not be quiet enough. A new study…