Autism

Summary: A new study shows how maternal obesity before pregnancy can influence autistic behavior in offspring through long-term epigenetic changes in oocytes. Using IVF and…

Key Questions Answered: Q: When do genes linked to mental illness begin to affect the brain?Many genes associated with neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative diseases are activated…

Summary: A new clinical study has found that cannabidiol (CBD) is safe and potentially helpful in reducing challenging behavior in boys with severe autism. While…