Incidence of Suicide in Autism Spectrum Disorder From 2013 to 2017
Between 2013 and 2017, the cumulative incidence of suicide was higher in the autism spectrum disorder population compared with the non-ASD population.
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Prenatal Exposure to Air Pollutants Linked With Increased Incidence of Autism
Researchers investigated a potential link between increased risk for autism and prenatal exposure to air pollution.
ASD Risk on Offspring With Prenatal Use of Medication Affecting Neurotransmitter System
Investigators sought to determine the association between prenatal exposure of medications affecting the neurotransmitter system and the risk for autism spectrum disorders.
Sensory Responsiveness in Toddlers at Risk for Autism Spectrum Disorders
Investigators aimed to characterize patterns of sensory responsiveness in high-risk children aged 12 to 24 months with and without autism spectrum disorder.
Social Stigma Worsens Mental Health With Autism
Stress related to social stigma may contribute to why people with autism experience more mental health problems than the general population.
New Blood Test Identifies Metabolic Subtypes Linked to Autism Spectrum Disorder
NeuroPointDX announced the availability of the NPDX AA test, the first objective blood test that identifies metabolic subtypes associated with ASD in children as young as 18 months old.
Odds of Overweight/Obesity Up for Children With Autism
Children with ASD have increased odds of overweight/obesity compared with general population controls after adjustment for child co-occurring conditions.
Does Prenatal Tdap Vaccination Increase Autism Risk in Offspring?
Currently, the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends pregnant women receive the Tdap vaccination to prevent pertussis infection.
Prenatal Insecticide Exposure in Mother May Be Linked to Risk for Autism in Children
Levels of p,p’-DDE were higher in mothers of children with autism than in mothers of children in the control group.
Symptom Trajectories Vary According to Language Development in Autism
Understanding the course of autism symptoms over a period of years could help clinicians diagnose cases after early childhood.
Risk for Depression Up in Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism spectrum disorder is associated with increased risk for depression in young adulthood.
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