simplifiedautismresearch.com Introduction Autism is a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate and interact with others. Autism can be diagnosed by professionals who use certain criteria to identify the signs and symptoms of the disorder. However, not everyone who has autism is diagnosed equally. Some racial and ethnic groups may be more or less likely … Read more
Introduction Children and youth on the autism spectrum (CYAS) have different needs and challenges than other children. They need both medical care and educational services to help them grow and learn. Medical care includes things like regular check-ups, vaccinations, and treatments for health problems. Educational services include things like special education, speech therapy, and … Read more
Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects how people communicate and behave. Many children with ASD also have problems with their diet and digestion, such as eating fewer fruits and vegetables, having less variety of food, and experiencing constipation or other gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms. But what causes these problems, and … Read more
Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects the development of social, communication, and behavioral skills. Many children with ASD struggle with sensory issues, anxiety, sleep problems, and other challenges that affect their quality of life. While there is no cure for ASD, there are various therapies and interventions that can … Read more
Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects social communication and behavior. ASD is more prevalent in males than females, but the reasons for this sex difference are not well understood. Some studies suggest that there may be a sex-specific phenotype of ASD, meaning that males and females with ASD may … Read more
Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and behave. According to the World Health Organization, about 1 in 160 children has ASD. Children with ASD often face challenges in social skills, language, and cognitive abilities. They may also have sensory issues, repetitive behaviors, and restricted interests. … Read more
Introduction Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects how a person communicates, interacts, and behaves with others. ASD can have a significant impact on the functioning and quality of life of individuals and their families. Therefore, it is important to assess the level of support that children with ASD need to … Read more
Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex group of neurodevelopmental disorders that affect how people communicate and interact with others. One of the common challenges that many autistic children face is food selectivity (FS), which means having a limited range of foods that they are willing to eat. FS can lead to poor … Read more
Introduction Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex condition that affects how people communicate, interact, and behave. The causes of ASD are not fully understood, but some researchers believe that immune system dysfunction may play a role. In particular, mast cells, which are specialized immune cells that respond to various stimuli, may be involved … Read more
Introduction Autism is a neurodevelopmental difference that affects how a person communicates, interacts, and experiences the world. About 1-2% of people are autistic, and most of them are adults without intellectual disability. Many autistic people face challenges and barriers when they need healthcare, especially anaesthesia. In this blog post, I will summarize a recent … Read more