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Submitted by cgold on January 4, 2013 - 14:56
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Researchers discover gross motor, communication and language score differences between minority and non-minority toddlers with ASD. The authors suggest that due to cultural differences, minority parents may not seek intervention services until more significant delays are present. Methods to improve early identification in these groups are discussed.
Submitted by cgold on January 3, 2013 - 13:55
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Researchers at UCONN have developed an intermodel preferential looking assessment that relies on the child's attention, rather than verbal or gestural responses, to evaluate language comprehension.
Submitted by cgold on January 2, 2013 - 16:14
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Disability and Health Journal
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ASF Grantee Matthew Maenner and colleagues developed the Waisman Activities of Daily Living (W-ADL) Scale to measure daily living skills of adolescents and adults with developmental disabilities. The scale is a free and efficient tool for surveys and epidemiological research.
Submitted by djohnson on December 28, 2012 - 15:52
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UCSD researchers suggest genes linked to autism have higher mutation rates than other genes.
Submitted by djohnson on December 27, 2012 - 11:31
Submitted by cgold on December 26, 2012 - 13:41
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SFARI's top ten autism research papers of 2012
Submitted by cgold on December 20, 2012 - 11:08
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ASF SAB member Dr. Joe Buxbaum on his new gene discoveries using high-throughput sequencing:
"By identifying the many genetic roots of this disorder, we can better understand its biology, which in turn will allow us to develop more tailored treatments for individuals. It is a transformative time for genetic research in autism."
Submitted by cgold on December 20, 2012 - 10:43
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Dialogues in Clinical Neuroscience
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Dr. Gabriel Dichter presents a new review of fMRI research in ASD, noting common themes of atypical activation and functional connectivity in the brain.
Submitted by cgold on December 19, 2012 - 14:10
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Autism Research and Treatment
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Telehealth interventions, the delivery of specialized services through communication technologies, may be a viable option for families of young children with ASD who have limited access to intervention services.
Submitted by djohnson on December 18, 2012 - 13:51
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Researchers link Fragile X syndrome protein to 93 genes that have been implicated in ASD. Lead investigator says the findings may lead to more detailed genetic tests.
