Tag: Autism
RFK Jr. Hires Autism Skeptic To Look Into CDC Autism Data
By I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
THURSDAY, June 12, 2025 (HealthDay News) — A longtime vaccine critic hired by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is...
No Sex Differences Seen for Autistic Traits in Toddlers at Initial Diagnosis
Findings consistent across groups stratified by symptom severity
Autism Spectrum Disorder Linked to Increased Risk for Parkinson Disease
Association seen even after adjustment for sex, socioeconomic status, family history of mental illness and PD, age at autism diagnosis
Transcranial Pulse Current Stimulation Beneficial in Autism
Prefrontal-cerebellar tPCS over four weeks in children aged 3 to 14 years can improve social functioning
Autistic Traits Not Tied to Spatial Working Memory in Older Adults
Regardless of levels of autistic traits, cognitive ability is maintained
HHS Clarifies: No New Autism Registry Will Be Created
By I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
TUESDAY, April 29, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) said it will not...
Early Maternal Reports of Infant Behavior Tied to Possible Autism-Related Behaviors at 12 Months
Possible relevant behaviors include infant temperament and developmental milestones at 9 months
RFK Jr.’s Major Autism Study to Use Private Health Records
By I. Edwards HealthDay Reporter
TUESDAY, April 22, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The National Institutes of Health (NIH) will provide private health data to researchers...
Observation of Predictable Visual Stimuli a Potential Early Indicator for Autism
Children with potential ASD spent more time observing predictable movements than unpredictable movements
CBD Cannabis Extracts Could Reduce Autism Symptoms in Youth
Review shows benefits for social responsiveness, disruptive behavior, and anxiety
