Tag Archives: autism spectrum disorders
On SAGE Insight: Researchers outline new policies for earlier detection of autism in children
Article title: Optimizing Outcome in Autism Spectrum Disorders From Policy Insights from the Behavioral and Brain Sciences The earlier that autism is diagnosed and treated in children, the better outcomes they will experience for future relationships and careers. However, most … Continue reading
Maternal exposure to intimate partner abuse before birth is associated with autism spectrum disorder in offspring
From Autism The cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is largely unknown. Maternal exposure to psychosocial stressors during pregnancy has been hypothesized to affect the risk of ASD in offspring through several pathways. Stressors have also been hypothesized to trigger … Continue reading
Is a gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet beneficial for autistic children?
The gluten-free, casein-free diet and autism: limited return on family investment From Journal of Early Intervention The gluten-free, casein-free (GFCF) diet is widely used by families of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). A GFCF diet is an elimination diet … Continue reading
Outcomes in adults with autism spectrum disorders: A historical perspective
Article and Podcast From Autism To celebrate Autism Awareness Month we are highlighting the following article and podcast and offering free access to both. The paper examines the ways in which researchers have defined successful adult outcomes for individuals with … Continue reading