Researchers have created the most comprehensive catalog to date of DNA regions that modify gene expression1,2. The encyclopedia — first released in 2007 and updated last month — is helping researchers uncover the functions of DNA segments between genes and their role in conditions such as autism. Ge…

An experimental drug prevents seizures and death in a mouse model of Dravet syndrome, a severe form of epilepsy that is related to autism, researchers reported 18 October 2019. The drug works by silencing a DNA segment called a ‘poison exon’ and is expected to enter clinical trials next year. If it …

"She was so happy to meet Juliet that she smiled brighter than I have ever seen, especially after learning that the loving puppy was in training to be her service dog."Source: The Autism Site

So many families are new to homeschooling this year. Here are some tools to help. Source: The Autism Site

Autistic people may feel pressure to fit in at work or at school, or they may pick up mannerisms to help them get by in a society that is not set up to accommodate them. Scientists and autistic people describe such thoughts and behaviors as ‘camouflaging.’ Over the past few years, research on camouf…

By Christa Holmans, Neurodivergent Rebel Earlier this month, I shared an article about the results from THIS STUDY that suggest that transgender and gender-diverse individuals had higher rates of autism diagnosis than cisgender individuals. Many of my readers were not at all surprised by this …

Delays in autism diagnosis may contribute to the high rate of intellectual disability among Black autistic children in the United States, according to a study published today in Pediatrics1. Such delays mean these children miss out on age-appropriate, autism-specific care and a chance to improve the…

A new study pinpoints genes and cell types that may account for the atypical brain structure in people with genetic conditions related to autism1. The work offers insight into how the brain develops differently in people with these conditions and identifies new potential therapeutic targets, says Ma…

Remember the Braille Bricks project Lego piloted last year? Those Braille Bricks have finally officially launched in seven countries – Brazil, Denmark, France, Germany, Norway, UK and USA. Braille Bricks are a fun way for children with vision impairment to not only develop tactile skills bu…

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A new study pinpoints genes and cell types that may account for the atypical brain structure in people with genetic conditions related to autism1. The work offers insight into how the brain develops differently in people with these conditions and identifies new potential therapeutic targets, says Ma…

Some people with autism have trouble coordinating their movements. Some experience sensory disturbances, such that everyday sounds seem unbearably loud. And some have an atypical heart rate or disturbed sleep cycles. These seemingly disparate features are all tied to a tiny region called the brainst…

"Dennis saw I was in need and immediately wanted to help. I was so grateful to him for coming to my rescue so readily… but that's what superheroes do!"Source: The Autism Site

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