AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

This study tested a 5-month therapy program called Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for 92 adults with autism (without intellectual disability) who had recent self-harm or suicidal behaviors. The goal was to see if DBT could help them better manage their emotions and reduce har…

This early-phase study tested a combination of beneficial bacteria (probiotics) to treat stomach and bowel problems in 18 children with autism, aged 7 to 17. The goal was to see if the treatment could reduce symptoms like pain, bloating, and irregularity. Results are not yet avai…

This study tested a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called TMS in 20 young adults with autism. The goal was to see if stimulating a specific brain area could improve how they look at faces and interact socially. Participants received 10 daily sessions, and researchers me…

This study looked at the DNA of over 1,600 people with autism to find genetic changes that might be linked to the condition. Researchers focused on genes involved in how brain cells communicate, hoping to identify targets for future treatments. The goal was to better understand t…

This study used eye-tracking and pupil measurements to understand how children with autism explore social cues like faces and body movements compared to objects. Researchers studied 150 children, both with and without autism, to identify differences in visual attention. The goal …

This study looked at how autism affects a person's sense of self in adulthood. Researchers asked 102 adults (some with autism, some without) to recall personal memories and describe what defines them. The goal was to understand differences in memory detail and self-concept, witho…

This study looked at how people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) pay attention to emotions and changes compared to healthy individuals. Researchers used brain scans (EEG and MRI) to measure brain activity in children and adults. The goal was to better understand these attentio…

This study aimed to understand the brain and genetics behind autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Researchers compared brain scans, thinking tests, and DNA from 678 people with ASD, healthy volunteers, and their parents. The goal was to find links between brain activity, behavior, an…