AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS

This study tested a combination therapy that includes beneficial bacteria to treat gastrointestinal problems in children with autism. The treatment involved antibiotics, a bowel cleanse, stomach acid suppressants, and then giving processed human fecal material (containing good ba…

This study tested a swimming and water safety program designed for children with autism spectrum disorder. The program uses individualized teaching methods and sensory modifications to help kids learn to swim and stay safe around water. Over 350 children with autism took part, an…

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 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 measured how children with and without autism look at faces and body movements compared to objects. Researchers tracked eye movements and pupil changes to understand social attention. The goal was to find markers that could help monitor development and response to ther…

This completed study looked for genetic changes linked to autism spectrum disorder. Researchers analyzed DNA from over 1,600 participants to find mutations in genes related to brain cell communication. The goal was to better understand the biology of autism and identify potential…

This completed study looked at how people with autism spectrum disorder pay attention to emotional cues and changes in their environment, compared to healthy individuals. Researchers used brain imaging (fMRI, DTI) and EEG to measure brain activity in 120 children and adults. The …

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 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…