March 4th, 2013

Swiss researchers believe they have discovered a method by which prenatal factors coupled with stress during puberty ...
March 2nd, 2013

A new report reveals that major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia -- and possibly autism and attention-deficit hyperactivity ...
February 28th, 2013

Emerging research shows that children with autism spectrum disorder have a structural difference in brain connections from children without ASD.
Investigators from Boston Children's ...
February 27th, 2013

Physical pain and illness from emotional or mental distress can perplex health care providers as the symptoms, while real, cannot be explained by traditional medical logic.
The condition, formerly known ...
February 24th, 2013

A person who is at greater risk for developing schizophrenia is more likely to experience a decline in IQ ...
February 23rd, 2013

Females may be inherently protected against autism, according to a team of Boston and European scientists. The finding may help explain why males have a significantly ...
February 16th, 2013

A particular gene variation may play an important role in determining whether or not a soldier develops post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), according ...
February 13th, 2013

A new study suggests folic acid supplements taken early during pregnancy may reduce the risk of autistic spectrum disorders (ASD).
Authorities ...
February 11th, 2013

New research suggests role modeling is a significant factor in a preschooler’s risk for obesity.
While sugary drinks, lack of exercise and ...
February 6th, 2013

Although autism is the focus of considerable debate, one belief is consistent -- outcomes are improved by early intervention.
Unfortunately, detecting autism ...