Gut microbiome differences may shape autism traits, with beneficial bacteria linked to better gut health, lower inflammation, ...

As a mom who's waded through endless neurodivergent and autism theories, I've learned to approach new research with a healthy dose of skepticism. But this gut-brain connection autism research from USC ...

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Autism has long challenged scientists trying to unlock its biological origins. With complex genetic, behavioral, and communication symptoms appearing in early childhood, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ...

"Autism is not a processing error. It's a different operating system." –Sarah Hendrickx According to the National Institute of Mental Health, autism is a ...

Study: Identifying gut microbiota composition disparities in autistic individuals and their unaffected siblings: correlations with clinical characteristics. Image Credit: Explode / Shutterstock Autism ...

Scientists are uncovering how what mothers eat during pregnancy could influence gut microbes and shape brain development in their children, potentially influencing autism risk in the next generation.

"Our research highlights the importance of addressing gut problems that can be experienced by people with brain disorders, taking a holistic view that recognizes the ways gastrointestinal issues may ...

New research suggests that the way brain networks reorganize moment-to-moment predicts autism severity. Children who spent ...