A study in experimental models suggests that allopregnanolone, one of many hormones produced by the placenta during pregnancy, is so essential to normal fetal brain development that when provision of that hormone decreases – as occurs with premature birth – offspring are more likely to develop autism-like behaviors. Lead study author Claire-Marie Vacher, Ph.D., explains…
Nearly three years ago, when tech giant Microsoft announced that it was starting a pilot program to hire autistic workers, they received more than 700 resumes within a few weeks. German software maker SAP has instituted a program to bring people with autism into its workforce worldwide, and other companies are following suit. By all…
For more, visit http://mindinstitute.ucdavis.edu. Rebecca Schmidt of the UC Davis MIND Institute discusses prenatal use of iron supplements and risk of autism spectrum disorder. source Autism, ADHA Articles and Videos
In her heart-warming talk, Monique will speak about the alienation and isolation experienced by individuals with autism and the stereotypes that plague the diagnosis. Having autism herself, she wants to raise awareness of the challenges faced by individuals who are on the autism spectrum. Monique challenges society’s perception of autism and urges a change in…
This video explores music therapy as a treatment for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Music is used to address physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of the person who has ASD. Treatment is provided through singing, dancing, listening or even creating music. Video by Health Sciences students Curtis Menon, Jenna Price, Yousif Eliya and Balpreet Panesar.…
In this calm and factual talk, geneticist Wendy Chung shares what we know about autism spectrum disorder — for example, that autism has multiple, perhaps interlocking, causes. Looking beyond the worry and concern that can surround a diagnosis, Chung and her team look at what we’ve learned through studies, treatments and careful listening. TEDTalks is…
Darrel A. Regier, MD, MPH, American Psychiatric Association, DSM-5 Task Force Vice Chair, explains changes to autism spectrum disorder in DSM-5. source Autism, ADHA Articles and Videos
Daniel writes, “Thank you for your awareness, eagerly awaiting understanding and acceptance” on behalf of those on the autism spectrum. Enjoy this uplifting talk and understand more about what it’s like to live on the autism spectrum as an adult. Daniel Share-Strom is a popular professional public speaker who stages his own speaking events to…
Alysson Muotri and colleagues derive neurons from Rett patients’ fibroblasts and then pharmacologically rescue defects in the neurons’ structure and function. source Autism, ADHA Articles and Videos
Donna Beegle claims she and her special needs teenage daughter were mistreated, which the airline denies. source Autism, ADHA Articles and Videos