Autism Research Institute

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The study found a higher number of dopamine D2 receptors in autistic people than in neurotypical people, suggesting that the dopamine system may play an important role in autism.

#dopamine #autism

https://t.co/h9O7dIllUX

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GI conditions are common in people with autism—and pose unique challenges in clinical care.

Review how reflux, IBD and constipation present in this population. Practical tools and resources from @ariConference help make #AutismCare more patient-centered. https://t.co/9P2oLjg2Rg

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In mice exposed to inflammation during pregnancy, the offspring developed lasting autism-like brain and behavior changes, suggesting that early inflammation can disrupt brain development.

#inflammation #autismresearch #rapamycin

https://t.co/iQKn0yYXl7

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A new study finds that sensory over-responsivity in children is tied to anxiety and autism but not ADHD. The research also identified distinct patterns of brain connectivity linked to sensory sensitivity

#sensoryissues #autismresearch

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New research, partially funded by ARI, identified molecular pathways that may guide future research in pharmaceutical intervention and act as biomarkers in an effort to alleviate the auditory processing deficits observed in Rett syndrome and ultimately improve communication.

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ARI's new webinar library features search capabilities, research topic categories, easy sharing, and additional resources, including cited studies, quizzes, presentation summaries, and more. Sign up for future webinars and browse expert recordings and resources at https://t.co/gft0hLMo3a

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In a new study, researchers developed an artificial intelligence system that measures a child’s ability to imitate simple body movements

“The technology offers a faster, more objective way to assess an important behavioral marker associated with autism."

#AI #autismdiagnosis

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Tips and tricks from the NYT.

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Tune in Sept 9th and learn about Dr. Luglio's research on heat, wildfire smoke and autism.

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Behavioral observation is the current standard for autism diagnosis—but has many limitations.

Emerging research presented by @ariConference points to promising new biomarkers like the N170 as measurable, objective indicators that can advance diagnosis. https://t.co/qVOHn76s0t

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New research, partially funded by ARI, identifies a mechanism for cortical excitatory and inhibitory neurogenesis involving the sodium channel SCN2A, and reveals that early neurogenesis deficits precede postnatal neural circuit dysfunction in SCN2A-associated disorders.

https://t.co/JSGNqTZI13

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Whether you’re a parent preparing a child for grade school or an adult transitioning into or out of college, the back-to-school season can present unique challenges. Not only do schedules and priorities change, but social and sensory processing skills are tested in new environments with new people.

ARI's free resource page provides current research and tips for navigating the transition back to the classroom. Find resources on scheduling, diets, safety, social skills, transitions, and employment!

Visit https://t.co/7gYcbKdalK

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The study also found that employers should ensure that recruiters and hiring managers understand the business case for hiring autistic workers, provide interview questions in advance and conduct interviews in informal, one-on-one settings.

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Dr. Wenn Lawson discusses the benefits of receiving a diagnosis for autism and/or ADHD later in life in his recent webinar. He emphasizes how this can shift the personal narratives from feelings of inadequacy to understanding and clarity. Watch the free recording and access related resources, presenter information, and more at: https://t.co/8T3eXs8Hvw

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“If I can train future teachers and future speech pathologists to train parents and family members, there are so many more children that can be helped."

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A new study argues that the current diagnostic construct of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has expanded so broadly that it risks creating clinical confusion, overdiagnosis, and misdirected care.

The study suggests that merging severe early-onset developmental challenges and late-diagnosed adult profiles under a single “catch-all” spectrum obscures fundamental biological, genetic, and clinical differences, calling for a precision rethink that splits the spectrum into clearer, needs-focused subgroups.

https://t.co/E2TpzhU0zK

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A study of nearly 2,800 U.S. boys found no evidence linking neonatal circumcision with autism.

https://t.co/uYA0iC4S7u

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A combination of an autism questionnaire and online tests of emotion recognition, perception, and mental skills distinguished autistic from non-autistic adults with 92% accuracy. These findings come from a new study published in the journal Translational Psychiatry.
https://t.co/ueWmelg5Gw

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A new study suggests that subtle patterns in background electrical brain activity are linked to everyday verbal communication abilities in autistic youths. Scientists discovered that higher levels of background electrical activity, often described as neural noise, tend to correspond with greater difficulties in real-world communication among children with autism.

https://t.co/3ijTKoar21

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A neuroimaging study found that autistic individuals whose cortical thickness deviated most from that of neurotypical peers tended to experience greater social and communication difficulties.

https://t.co/8xEpRdQ8FX