Anxiety in children with autism linked to insistence on sameness
A new study suggests that children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) who have a very strong preference for sameness in their daily routines may be more vulnerable
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Editorial – Defining Degrees of Autism: The Controversy and a Suggested Solution
Over the years, a number of broad terms have been used to describe individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). In general, these terms have focused on levels
Study hints at involvement of GABA in ASD sensory issues
Individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) often exhibit anomalies in visual processing, and a new study indicates that alterations in the activity of the neurotransmitter GABA
The Autism Research Institute: Our Standard of Excellence
I was fortunate to know Dr. Bernard Rimland for nearly 30 years and worked closely with him for more than 20 years. From the time he established
ARI Webinars: Where to Start?
Webinars are one of the core ways ARI informs our community of the latest autism research. We put out dozens of new webinars each year. Each one
Maternal sleep apnea may cause autism-like changes in males
A new animal study suggests that maternal sleep apnea during pregnancy may increase the risk of male children developing brain and behavioral changes associated with autism.
Co-Occurring Conditions and Autism
Research suggests that individuals with autism experience some conditions―including underlying medical issues, neurodevelopmental differences, and mental health issues―more frequently than the general population. Learning about these potential
Treating Challenging Behaviors
Communication difficulties are a core symptom of ASD. As a result, individuals on the spectrum often develop coping/communication mechanisms that present as challenging behaviors. It is widely
Autism Symptoms and Diagnosis in Adults
The mean age of autism diagnosis in the US and UK is 4 to 5, though later diagnoses do occur (Zwiagenbaum et al., 2019). Age at diagnosis
ARI’s 5 most popular webinars of 2020
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