Animal therapy derives from the history of humans and animals sharing a unique bond. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, humans and animals mutually benefit from spending time with each other. This human-animal bond theory says that humans and animals experience emotional, psychological, and physical benefits to their well-being.1  What is animal therapy?  Animal […]

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Research conducted as part of the NIH-funded Infant Brain Imaging Study Network used magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to document crucial differences in the visual processing system in the brains of infants who went on to be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Autism spectrum disorder is a highly heritable neurodevelopmental disorder that is diagnosed in […]

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A pilot study was done on a new medication in a group of adolescents. How does it work, what were the results, and were there any side effects? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects roughly 1 in 44 eight-year-olds in the United States as of 2018.1   Its manifestations can vary significantly between individuals; however, it is […]

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Two studies have emphasized the need for early screening and treatment of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Unlike previous research that suggests children should be screened at or after age three, these studies show that autism may be detectable within the first 15 months of life.1 Early treatment between age 1-2 showed significantly more alleviation in ASD […]

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In a recent Canadian study, researchers find a link between the use of cannabis during pregnancy and the risk of autism in children. As more jurisdictions legalize the use of cannabis, it is important to be aware of potential risks associated with its consumption. As with any substance, understanding the effects of cannabis on fetal […]

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A decrease in the production of the translocator protein is possibly linked to the development of autism, but more studies are needed for confirmation. The cause of autism is unknown, but emerging evidence points to the inflammation of brain tissue caused by a specific substance called, translocator protein. The translocator protein is involved in our […]

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Higher levels of phthalates in mothers lead to a higher score on autism tests for boys, showing a link between phthalates and autism; these negative effects were reduced by adequate folic acid intake. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological disorder that affects roughly 1.7% of children in the general population.  Children who are affected […]

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A new clinical trial is being launched and researchers are currently recruiting patients to be included in the autism risk study. According to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects one out of every 59 children.  Children with ASD generally exhibit symptoms by the age of two, and the […]

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