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The origin of some neuropsychiatric diseases, such as autism, bipolar disorder, or depression, and certain neurodegenerative diseases, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, can be found in very early stages of ...

Scientists at Princeton and the Simons Foundation have identified four biologically distinct subtypes of autism, using data ...

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Pica disorder during pregnancy means you may crave nonfood items such as clay, paint chips, and ice. Learn why it happens and what to do about it.

Children with autism who did not receive early intervention for improving developmental outcomes demonstrated more severe symptoms.

Nicole Rinehart, a clinical psychologist, believes research in this area can be used to help children with autism receive an earlier diagnosis ...

Autism has long challenged scientists trying to unlock its biological origins. With complex genetic, behavioral, and ...

The mother of a child who featured in a state government autism announcement says she feels "let down" as her son struggles in the school system.

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