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Autism-affected girl creates history, swims from Sri Lanka to Dhanushkodi
Updated : 4 years ago IST
Ramanathapuram (Tamil Nadu) [India], March 21 (ANI): Jiya Rai, an Indian para-swimmer suffering from autism, has set a new record by crossing the Bakjala Junction in 13 hours from Sri Lanka's Thalaimannar to Arichalmunai in Dhanushkodi on Sunday.
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Research shows science getting closer to reduce seizures, sleep disturbanc
Updated : 4 years ago IST
Las Vegas [US], February 23 (ANI): A recent study has given a new ray of hope by showing that science is getting one step closer to developing targeted drug therapies that may reduce seizures, sleep disorders, and related symptoms common in people with intellectual disabilities.
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Does autism affect brains of boys and girls differently? Study suggests so
Updated : 4 years ago IST
California [US], February 21 (ANI): Autism is a serious developmental disorder that impairs the ability to communicate and interact. Autism spectrum disorder impacts the nervous system and affects the overall cognitive, emotional, social and physical health of the affected individual. Accord
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Study finds routine prenatal ultrasound identifies autism's early signs
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Beersheba [Israel], February 12 (ANI): A routine prenatal ultrasound in the second trimester can identify early signs of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a new study by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Soroka Medical Center has found.
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Study supports existence of autism-specific types of anxiety
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], February 11 (ANI): A long-term study involving hundreds of brain scans finds changes in the amygdala linked to the development of anxiety in autistic children. The study by UC Davis MIND Institute researchers also provides evidence of distinct types of anxiety specific to au
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Routine prenatal ultrasound identifies early signs of autism: Study
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Beersheba [Israel], February 10 (ANI): Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition related to brain development that impacts a person's perception and socialization with others, causing problems in social interaction and communication. A routine prenatal ultrasound in the second trimester
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New mechanism involved in learning and memory discovered by scientists
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
New York [US], February 10 (ANI): FMRP, a protein whose loss caused fragile X syndrome, intellectual disability, and some forms of autism, has been shown to play a key role in brain functions. It includes basic understanding about learning and memory. It helps to regulate synaptic connection
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Athlete files representation before Sports Ministry challenging selection
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 5 (ANI): An athlete suffering from Autism and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has filed a representation before the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports challenging selection guidelines of Special Olympics Bharat (SOB) which prohibit entry or prese
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Study finds sleep apnea during pregnancy may lead to risk of autism-like c
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], February 4 (ANI): A recent study has found that sleep apnea during pregnancy may increase the risk for brain and behavioural changes linked to autism in the male offspring.
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Study finds undiagnosed autistic traits common among youths dealing with s
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], January 30 (ANI): A new study has found that one in five teens and young adults who are going through treatment for drug or alcohol abuse may have traits characteristic of a previously unrecognized autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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Researchers discover biomarkers linked to autism risk
Updated : 4 years, 1 month ago IST
Washington [US], January 22 (ANI): A recent clinical study led by a team of international researchers has identified molecular signatures of gestational inflammation linked to the risk of developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
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Sia was 'suicidal' and 'went to rehab' after receiving backlash over her m
Updated : 4 years, 2 months ago IST
Washington [US], January 20 (ANI): 'Cheap Thrills' singer Sia recently revealed that she had a tough time dealing with the backlash she received for her directorial debut 'Music', so much so that she felt "suicidal" and "went to rehab".
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