Several genetic causes of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have been identified. However,
more recent work has highlighted that certain environmental exposures early in life may also …

Recent evidence implicates immune alterations and gut microbiota dysbiosis in at least
some subpopulations of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Immune and gut …

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder characterized
by persistent deficits in social communication and social interaction across multiple contexts …

Pre-and post-natal factors can affect brain development and function, impacting health
outcomes with particular relevance to neurodevelopmental diseases, such as autism …

Despite decades of research, the etiological origins of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
remain elusive. Recently, the mechanisms of ASD have encompassed emerging theories …

Recent studies suggest that autism is often associated with dysregulated immune responses
and altered microbiota composition. This has led to growing speculation about potential …

The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders over the last several decades has risen at an
alarming rate. Factors such as broadened clinical definitions and increased parental age …

Background Autism is an increasing neurodevelopmental disease that appears by 3 years of
age, has genetic and/or environmental etiology, and often shows comorbid situations, such …

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a serious neurodevelopmental disorder that affects one
in 45 children in the United States, with a similarly striking prevalence in countries around …

Background: Genetics is a major etiological contributor to autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Environmental factors, however, also appear to contribute. ASD pathophysiology due to …