Researchers studying antidepressant use during pregnancy found the risk of autism went away when they controlled for underlying conditions. Greetings, MindSite News readers. In today’s Daily, untreated depression during pregnancy can carry severe risks, but now mothers can let go of one concern — a new study finds evidence that antidepressant use during pregnancy does not…
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Sixth grader Odin Wilson learned about how computers transfer information through a computing program supported by Youngstown State University and the National Science Foundation. “I made these bracelets that spell out my name,” the Rich Center for Autism student explained, pointing to four wristlets strung with black and purple plastic beads. It’s…
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Sixth grader Odin Wilson learned about how computers transfer information through a computing program supported by Youngstown State University and the National Science Foundation. “I made these bracelets that spell out my name,” the Rich Center for Autism student explained, pointing to four wristlets strung with black and purple plastic beads. It’s…
The screening tool identifies specific molecules produced by gut bacteria to distinguish children with autism from typically developing peers. Researchers at Arizona State University have developed a screening tool that tests urine for 17 microbial metabolites to identify children at risk for autism. The study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, suggests the test could allow for earlier diagnosis and treatment in children…
The screening tool identifies specific molecules produced by gut bacteria to distinguish children with autism from typically developing peers. Researchers at Arizona State University have developed a screening tool that tests urine for 17 microbial metabolites to identify children at risk for autism. The study, published in Molecular Psychiatry, suggests the test could allow for earlier diagnosis and treatment in children…
A non-profit founded by family members and professionals who serve people with autism is trying to fill a critical shortage of behavioral health workers in West Virginia. Mountaineer Autism Project (MAP) has launched a statewide campaign to attract recent high school and college graduates considering jobs and long-term careers in healthcare. In addition to online ads, billboards from across the state show a smiling mother and a young child…
A non-profit founded by family members and professionals who serve people with autism is trying to fill a critical shortage of behavioral health workers in West Virginia. Mountaineer Autism Project (MAP) has launched a statewide campaign to attract recent high school and college graduates considering jobs and long-term careers in healthcare. In addition to online ads, billboards from across the state show a smiling mother and a young child…
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A Florida man convicted of coercing and enticing an autistic minor into sexual activity has been sentenced to life in federal prison. James Grover, 63, of Deltona is the founder of a Sanford non-profit organization – Special Needs Advocacy Program, or SNAP – through which he met and enticed a minor with autism to have…
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – A Florida man convicted of coercing and enticing an autistic minor into sexual activity has been sentenced to life in federal prison. James Grover, 63, of Deltona is the founder of a Sanford non-profit organization – Special Needs Advocacy Program, or SNAP – through which he met and enticed a minor with autism to have…
Anyone with information about Tafari’s whereabouts is asked to call St. Louis police at 314-444-1212 or dial 911. ST. LOUIS — The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department issued an endangered person advisory for a 28-year-old woman with autism. Police said they are looking for Genesis Tafari after she walked away from her home on Meramec…