Category: Autism News

An autism diagnosis can bring a lot of uncertainty. One of the first things families learn is that it is a spectrum, hence autism spectrum disorder (ASD). But did you know there are different autism levels?  Besides being on a spectrum (low to high-functioning autism), not many parents know that the 5th edition of the…

Being a parent is hard. Every stage comes with its own set of challenges, whether it’s switching from two naps a day to one, transitioning your big kid into kindergarten, or coaching your teen through friendship troubles. As parents, we’re always searching for ways to support our kids and connect with them while giving them…

Summary: Autism, an inherently unique and multi-faceted condition, lacks a standardized diagnostic approach, making treatment and research challenges. A new study highlights the potential of mouse models in autism research, offering insights into molecular and physiological mechanisms. Researchers emphasize the role of the insular cortex and introduces the innovative “mouse metaverse” – a VR tool…

The moment your child’s optometrist suggests that your little one needs glasses, a whirlwind of emotions might engulf you. Elation that you’ve identified a way to improve their visual experience, but also apprehension about how your autistic child will adapt to this new change. When your daily life already involves various strategies to ensure your…

by Brian Shilhavy Editor, Health Impact News Tens of thousands of mothers are suing the makers of Tylenol for using the popular over-the-counter pain reliever during pregnancy, which resulted in them giving birth to babies diagnosed with autism. Tens of thousands of mothers are suing the makers of Tylenol in a class-action lawsuit that claims…

We’ve all been to a friend’s wedding and wondered, “Will that bride/groom walking down the aisle ever be me?” But how many of us have wondered, “Has it still not happened for me even in my 30s because the way I am, and the problems I have, make it impossible for me to find someone?”…

Clarified consensus: Microbes that belong to the Prevotella genus are among those that make up the autism-linked microbiome signature. KATERYNA KON / Science Source Despite a decade of inconsistent findings, the microbiomes of autistic and non-autistic children do differ, according to a recent meta-analysis of 10 studies and 15 large datasets. “It’s not diagnostic just…

On this week’s episode of the Autism Dad Podcast, join us as we dive into an honest and emotional conversation with Alicia Golichowski, a single mom navigating the challenges of raising an autistic child. Alicia’s raw transparency offers comfort to those in similar situations, reminding them they’re not alone. Sharing these stories is crucial to…

Hardly any adults with autism are receiving supports to help them find or keep a job, new research shows, and even among the few who do, the services are often far too short-term. Some 1.98 million working-age individuals on the spectrum — or almost 99% — accessed no employment supports through Medicaid or vocational rehabilitation…