Research

Children waiting to get tested for Autism in Chicago
Addressing the Wait List Crisis for Autism Diagnosis in America

An increasing issue in diagnosing cases of autism has emerged in the United States in recent years. With an increasing number of children and adults suspected of being on the…

The Potential of Eye Tests
A New Frontier in Autism Screening: The Potential of Eye Tests

A new study published by researchers at Washington State University suggests that an eye test could be used to screen children for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study found that…

social media for autistic persons
New report reveals autistic adults’ social media experiences and provides toolkits to better support the needs of neurodivergent users

Statistically,  Autism awareness has improved remarkably over the past two decades, with more than 6000 Brits being diagnosed. However, with all that success, the majority of autistic adults in the…

animal assisted therapy
Animal therapy makes a difference for children from Sderot. Here is how

There are numerous therapists who specialize in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT). However, Noa Dotan has elevated her practice by combining CBT with animal-assisted therapy. Noa Dotan was the first animal…

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Ways That Dialectical Behavior Therapy Can Be Helpful at School

Research reveals that Socio-emotional learning programs in school are fundamentally created to promote self-awareness and foster empathy among students, thus helping them better understand their emotions and those of other…

autism prenatal risks
California Autism Twin Study Explores Prenatal Risk Factors

Autism researchers have long been dedicated to investigating the origins of Autism. Current knowledge suggests that environmental elements, like air pollutants, play a role in the development of autism. This…

Top autism researchers
25 Prominent Autism Researchers In The World

Sometimes, it's helpful for parents of autistic children to stay updated on the latest research. Who are the top 25 researchers in this field? What areas do they focus on…

Serotonin research in Autism
Study sheds new light on autism, but there’s more work to be done

A team of researchers from esteemed institutions such as Columbia and Vanderbilt universities and collaborators from various regions have been diligently working to unravel the mysteries surrounding autism. One of…

Brain cell activation in Autism
Brain Cell Activation Technique May Help Treat Autism, Cerebral Palsy: Study

As Autism Research advances, new methods are on the horizon for potential treatment. Various experimental techniques are being explored, such as Gut Microbiota Transplant, which involves the transfer of healthy…