Autism is a complex, heterogeneous disorder characterized by three core symptoms domains: social deficits, language delay, and repetitive behaviors. Dr. Eric Hollander of Mount Sinai...
Diagnosis of autism spectrum disorders relies largely on behavioral and developmental characteristics. While subtypes within this disorder have been explored for many years, the boundaries...
Autism was first described in 1943 as impairment of language development and communication skills. Since then, its name has changed to Autistic Spectrum Disorder and...
Joseph Buxbaum discusses the influence of genetics on autism spectrum disorders. Series: "MIND Institute Lecture Series on Neurodevelopmental Disorders" [2/2012] [Health and Medicine] [Professional Medical...
Dr. Margaret Bauman, Harvard University & Massachusetts General Hospital, discusses some of important and interesting treatment and research implications in studying behavior of children and...
An expert explains the different types of autism spectrum disorder, a condition that affects how individuals see and understand the world and other people. She...
An overview of the developmental neurotoxicity of common chemicals, genetic variation in chemical sensitivity, and gene environment interactions. Series: "MIND Institute Lecture Series on Neurodevelopmental...