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IBS CHD8 mutation study explains 4-fold higher autism rates in males
1+ hour, 28+ min ago (239+ words) A Korean research team has established a research model that can clarify the sex differences in autism spectrum disorder (autism, ASD), in which the prevalence in males is four times higher than in females. The work is viewed as laying…...
ADHD diagnosis during menopause
10+ hour, 54+ min ago (242+ words) Up Next. 'I sold it for over "1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes. Video, 00: 01: 32'I sold it for over "1k': Swatch launch sparks 'chaotic' scenes Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air at US air show. Video, 00: 00: 54 Moment two fighter jets collide mid-air…...
The Question "Who Will Take Care of My Child After I'm Gone?' Led To Autism Support Movement for Thousands
1+ hour, 43+ min ago (1735+ words) After their daughter's autism diagnosis, Sumana and Anirban Dutta built Akshadhaa Foundation in Bengaluru to offer integrated therapy and parent-led care. Today, it supports nearly 2, 000 children and 3, 200 families and is now building an assisted living community for long-term care. A…...
Tik Tok Brain Statistics 2026: Attention, Memory, Health
2+ hour, 10+ min ago (639+ words) Source: Oxford University Press, BBC Science Focus Across our social media attention span data coverage, the consistent pattern is that user-driven switching now matches platform-driven switching, which complicates "blame the algorithm" framing. Source: Gloria Mark, Ph D (UC Irvine), Dropbox…...
SSRIs in Pregnancy Don't Increase Risk of ADHD, Autism | Neuroscience
5+ hour, 11+ min ago (387+ words) A new meta-analysis found no link between common antidepressant use during pregnancy and autism or ADHD in children. The corresponding study was published in The Lancet Psychiatry. "Our study provides reassuring evidence that commonly used antidepressants do not increase the…...
New Fragile X Syndrome Drug Target
10+ hour, 23+ min ago (383+ words) SFL Educational News Service Image Credit: Scientific Frontline / stock image Scientific Frontline: Extended "At a Glance" Summary: New Drug Target for Fragile X Syndrome The Core Concept: Fragile X syndrome is a leading genetic cause of intellectual disability and autism…...
Antidepressants and pregnancy: What parents-to-be should know about ADHD, autism risks
4+ hour, 13+ min ago (277+ words) By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) " Concerns about whether antidepressants cause harms to developing fetuses, including neurodevelopmental disorders, have...
Disability Support Services Bill 'worst piece of legislation I've ever seen' - advocate
3+ hour, 51+ min ago (651+ words) A disability advocate says a bill to clarify the purpose of Disability Support Services is the worst piece of legislation she's ever seen. The government introduced the Disability Support Services Bill on Monday, aimed at "providing clarity and stability" to…...
Inclusivity carnival opening draws 300 participants
5+ hour, 31+ min ago (147+ words) An inclusivity carnival opened yesterday at MGM Cotai, drawing about 300 participants as part of the INCLUSION Conference & Festival " a weeklong program focused on disability, neurodiversity, and inclusive communities. Held under the theme "Beyond Boundaries: Cultivating Connection, Innovation and Belonging," the…...
Overcoming developmental disabilities in the workplace
6+ hour, 58+ min ago (421+ words) ORLANDO, Fla. "Finding a job can be difficult for anyone, but for many people with developmental disabilities, the barriers can be even greater. According to the National Core Indicators Report, 83% of people with developmental disabilities are unemployed. Quest, Inc. , a…...