Autism News
Preschool Ear, Nose, and Throat Problems Linked with Autism
- Milder Autism Cases Increasing Faster Than ‘Profound’ Diagnoses
April 20, 2023 — Researchers examined the medical and school records of 20,000 8-year-olds on the autism spectrum between 2000 and 2016. They found that profound cases are still rising, just at a slower level than those with milder symptoms.
- U.S. Autism Diagnoses Trending Upward: CDC
March 24, 2023 — The upward trend of autism diagnoses in children continues, with 1 in 36 U.S. 8-year-olds identified as having the disorder in 2020, according to newly released CDC data.
- Algorithm Can Spot Signs of Autism in Babies, Study Says
February 9, 2023 — Autism can be detected in children almost from birth using an algorithm to review their health records, a study from Duke University says.
- Folic Acid in Pregnancy May Lower Autism Risk
February 12, 2013 — But study finding is preliminary and doesn't prove the nutrient prevents the disorder
- Gene May Be Involved in Autism
May 3, 2006 — A new study shows that a certain gene may be involved in autism.
- Screening for Autism: A Few Minutes Can Make a Difference
August 21, 2000 — A diagnosis of autism can devastate families, but experts say screening can mean a ray of hope in early intervention for kids with autism and a sigh of relief for parents whose children turn out not to have the disorder.