Many of the genes linked to autism are active in the brain’s glial cells, according to a new study of gene expression, and two are active predominantly in glia rather than neurons. The results hint that some subtypes of autism affect only glia and add to the evidence that these cells play an importa…

Not only has 2021 Arkansas High School graduate Nicholas Watson earned the title of Valedictorian, but he has... The post Student With Autism Named Valedictorian, Earns Highest GPA In School’s History appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

Insurance claims databases are a rich resource for autism researchers: These vast fonts of procedure billing codes make it possible to track services delivered to hundreds of thousands of people on the spectrum. Studies vary considerably, though, in how they identify autistic people using these data…

The rate of suicide among autistic people is three times higher than the typical population. Autistic females as well as people with additional psychiatric conditions are disproportionately affected. One potential reason for this higher risk may be that autistic females are typically diagnosed and …

Researchers have identified hundreds of genes that may contribute to autism, but these genes can’t fully account for the condition’s traits. Studies from the past decade implicate an additional layer of ‘epigenetic’ complexity: chemical tags called methyl groups laid on top of a person’s genetic cod…

Hello, and welcome to the Community Newsletter! I’m your host, Chelsey B. Coombs, Spectrum’s engagement editor. Our first thread summarizes a new Autism paper about caregiver coaching and how clinicians’ attitudes toward marginalized groups can hinder the evidence-based technique. Newly published r…

"Molecular biomarkers, like StrandDx-ASD, are a major step forward in precision medicine for autism and illustrate the potential to deploy individualized early intervention." The post FDA Grants Breakthrough Designation for Diagnostic Aid That Identifies Autism Via Hair Strands appeared first on The…

"With Lexie having autism and sensory processing disorder, she can taste the smallest change to things. She has a very limited diet as it is." The post Girl with ASD at Risk of Dehydration After Changes Were Made to the Only Beverage She’ll Drink appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source:…

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Undisclosed financial conflicts of interest and a lack of proper clearance mar a new study that injected four autistic children with stem cells from their own bone marrow, bioethicists say. The study, which was published in October in Frontiers in Pediatrics, did not undergo ethical review and appro…

The Burkman family of Frisco, Texas, always has an extravagant lights display outside of their home for Christmas.... The post Family Brings Joy & Raises Money With Their Extravagant Christmas Light Display appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

Matthew Wolf, who is blind and autistic, has reunited with Santa Claus after three years. Matthew enjoyed his... The post Santa Helps Blind Boy With Autism Experience The Magic Of Christmas Through Touch appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site

Researchers in China have cataloged genetic variations among nearly 3,000 Chinese people and constructed a comprehensive new reference genome for this population. The resource, which is called NyuWa and is freely available online, could help researchers discern the effects of genetic variants found …

Guest post by Emily Ansell Elfer, BA (Hons), Dip. Many children on the autism spectrum struggle with social... The post Navigating the Safety Concerns of Children with Autism appeared first on The Autism Site News. Source: The Autism Site