Boston Autism Consortium Searches for Genetic Clues to Autism’s Puzzle.

Autism has received considerable attention in the past few years; some say its incidence is increasing. Upon closer examination, however, the picture blurs. A nascent initiative in Boston, the Boston Autism Consortium, may represent a pragmatic model for dealing with complex diseases, one that involves different institutions collaborating rather than competing and applying research directly… Continuar lendo Boston Autism Consortium Searches for Genetic Clues to Autism’s Puzzle.

New technique developed to detect autism in children.

Researchers have developed a new technique to help doctors more quickly and accurately detect autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in children. In a study led by the University of Waterloo, researchers characterized how children with ASD scan a person’s face differently than a neuro-typical child. Based on the findings, the researchers were able to develop a technique… Continuar lendo New technique developed to detect autism in children.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in elite athletes: a narrative review.

Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common brain developmental disorder in the general population that may be even more prevalent in elite athletes in certain sports. General population studies of ADHD are extensive and have reported on prevalence, symptoms, therapeutic and adverse effects of treatment and new clinical and research findings. However, few studies have reported… Continuar lendo Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in elite athletes: a narrative review.