In a mouse model of the condition, suppressing activity in this region reduced symptoms such as social withdrawal, repetitive behavior ... for example some calcium channel blockers, these provide a ...

A team of researchers has identified for the first time the mechanism linking a mutation in the Shank3 gene with alterations in social behavior. Using a mouse model carrying this autism-associated ...

A long-term study tracking 475 children found that autistic children are far more likely to experience persistent gastrointestinal issues than their peers.

Stimming refers to the natural behavior of self-stimulation. It may include nail biting, drumming your fingers on a surface, or full body movements like rocking or swaying. Stimming usually involves ...

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Researchers have found that both internalizing and externalizing problem behaviors might indicate gastrointestinal distress in children and adolescents with autism. For years, researchers have ...