Autism

World Autism Awareness Day: 7 Ways To Sensitize Family And Caregivers To Support Children With Special Needs

Children with special needs are required to make extra efforts in life but given the right support and encouragement from family, here are some simple ways to achieve that.

Apr 02, 2024, 20:36 PM IST

World Autism Awareness Day 2024: Early Signs And Symptoms New Parents Should Know

World Autism Awareness Day is observed annually on April 2, a day designated by the United Nations through a resolution. Here are key facts for new parents on recognizing autism.

Apr 02, 2024, 13:48 PM IST

Speech And Language Delay In Kids: Expert Shares Causes And Measures To Take

By understanding the complexities involved and implementing timely assistance, the children can communicate effectively and overcome the challenges of delayed speech and language development.

Jan 12, 2024, 13:18 PM IST

Excessive Screen Time In Childhood May Increase ADHD, Autism Risk: Study

The study reveals that children with a higher genetic susceptibility to ASD used devices with screens longer (3 hours a day or 4+ hours a day) from early childhood.

Oct 26, 2023, 14:50 PM IST

Early Autism Risk Can Be Detected Through Toddler Eye Movement

According to two recent studies tracking eye movements in toddlers can help gauge the risk of autism years before symptoms appear and diagnosis is made, accelerating treatment.

Sep 06, 2023, 18:56 PM IST

New App May Help Identify Children With Autism In India: Study

The results of the app could open the door to help millions of children with autism spectrum conditions to get earlier screening quickly and inexpensively, leading to life-changing support.

Jul 14, 2023, 12:53 PM IST

Children With Autism Have Broad Memory Difficulties: Study

Children with autism had more difficulty remembering faces than typically developing children, the study found. 

Jul 13, 2023, 23:08 PM IST

Autistic Pride Day 2023: Expert Explains Early Signs And Symptoms For Autism In Children

Dr P. S. Narang, Director - Paediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Shalimar Bagh, explains causes, signs and treatment for autism in children. 

Jun 18, 2023, 06:00 AM IST

Study Reveals Possible Targets For Treating Neuropsychiatric Diseases In Teenagers

The study states a potential target for treating neuropsychiatric illnesses like schizophrenia and autism at this critical period of development, which might influence brain circuitry throughout adulthood. 

Jun 04, 2023, 19:11 PM IST

Common Ear, Nose, and Throat Issues in Pre-schoolers Can Be Linked To Later Autism Risk: Study

Early identification and treatment of ENT conditions may improve these children's quality of life and potentially help shed light on some of the origins of autism, say the researchers.

Apr 25, 2023, 14:56 PM IST

Lithium In Drinking Water May Increase Risk Of Autism: Study

There has been a debate about whether mothers can safely take lithium during pregnancy amid evidence that it is associated with higher risk of miscarriage and cardiac anomalies or defects in newborns.

Apr 05, 2023, 21:36 PM IST

World Autism Awareness Day 2023: Therapy For Caregivers And Parents Of Autistic Kids, Games That Can Help Children on the Autism Spectrum

People with autism, approximately 2% of the population, possess social and communicative differences as well as restricted interests and repetitive behaviours which can be challenging to care for at times. Participating in therapy with their kids makes them aware of their thoughts and feelings, here's more.

Apr 02, 2023, 13:29 PM IST

World Autism Awareness Day 2023: What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Early Identification And Care

Autistic children may find it difficult to tackle emotions and World Autistic Awareness Day is observed to raise awareness about autistic individuals. Here is everything you need to know about the developmental disorder and its care, read on. 

Apr 02, 2023, 12:46 PM IST

World Autism Awareness Day 2023: Theme, Significance, History And Reason To Celebrate- All You Need To Know About The Neurological Disorder

Autism awareness day is observed on April 2, every year to raise awareness about Autism Spectrum Disorder leading to its acceptance in our society. Here's all you need to know about the day.

Apr 02, 2023, 08:49 AM IST

Baby Boys Born To Mothers With Covid-19 Likely To Be Diagnosed With Brain Disorders: Study

The study reveals that few of the mothers were vaccinated to determine whether vaccination changed risk. 

Mar 25, 2023, 17:44 PM IST

Depression is common among mothers of autistic children: Study

A stressful family environment may spill over onto family members and change the ways mothers and children relate to one another

Aug 27, 2022, 10:13 AM IST

Early self-awareness of autism might lead to better life quality: Study

Findings suggest that telling a child that they are autistic at a younger age empowers them by providing access to support and a foundation for self-understanding that helps them thrive later in life.

Apr 28, 2022, 10:56 AM IST

Mothers exposure to toxicants linked to autistic-like behaviour in kids

This study, published in the American Journal of Epidemiology, the team measured the levels of 25 chemicals in blood and urine samples collected from 1,861 Canadian women during the first trimester of pregnancy.

Mar 30, 2021, 17:30 PM IST

Delhi High Court rejects govt employee's plea seeking quashing of transfer order

Delhi High Court dismissed a plea of a government employee seeking to quash his transfer order

Dec 26, 2020, 21:25 PM IST