While autism and food allergies may be linked, scientists are yet to discover whether autism leads to food allergies or food allergies lead to autism? A new study by researchers at the University of Iowa suggests that there could be a link between food allergies and autism, but they are still trying to learn how

A young boy is fighting to keep his two therapy ducks after neighbors complained that they were lowering house prices in the neighborhood! 12-year-old Dylan Dyke is fighting to keep his two therapy ducks after neighbors complained that the two ducks were lowering the house prices in the neighborhood. Dylan has been ordered by officials

If you’re trying to find solutions to help calm autism tantrums and meltdowns, then we have some of the best products and strategies in the following article! Tantrums are never easy to deal with, especially when it happens in a crowded public place. If your child has autism, it makes even harder to handle tantrums

CRISPR, a new gene-editing tool, could be a powerful tool in the fight against autism! Scientists believe that CRISPR could edit out autism traits. It’s a big statement and comes along with a lot of unanswered questions and moral issues, but any breakthroughs in the fight against autism are welcome ones. This new technology could

A new blood test which helps diagnose children with autism has proven to be 88% accurate! Early last year the researchers at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in the United States announced that their revolutionary blood test for autism had huge potential. Now, a further study into the blood test has confirmed their original findings, helping us

Research into the effects of cannabis, particularly CBD are continuing to increase around the world at a fast rate For many people who have children that are on the autism spectrum, cannabidiol (CBD), has proven to be life-changing. However, many mainstream medical professionals still remain skeptical about the effectiveness and safety of cannabis. When it

fMRI reveals neurotransmitter imbalance and brain dysconnectivity in autistic patients A team of researchers out of the University of Missouri could have discovered two tests which could help guide physicians on how to better treat the areas of the brain responsible for language and communication. Researchers used functional MRI (fMRI) and proton magnetic resonance spectroscopy

Fidget spinners are helping people with autism concentrate on tasks and remain focused You may be surprised to learn that those small and bright toys that children love spinning around playing with really could help children struggling with ADD, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder or sensory processing disorder. Fidget spinners can be a great way to

While research into autism spectrum disorder mainly focusses on the young, it’s important to remember that the number of adults with autism spectrum disorder is also increasing While the research and awareness of young people with autism spectrum disorder continue to increase around the world, it’s important that adults aren’t forgotten. Research undertaken at the