Pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) — now known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) — refers to a group of conditions that affect average development. It may appear as a delay in development of ...

A population-wide Manitoba cohort study found siblings of autistic children face elevated risks of mental disorders, psychotropic prescriptions and reduced early school engagement, though not of ...

Researchers have found a significant link between the levels of specific dihydroxy fatty acids in umbilical cord blood and ASD symptoms. Their findings highlight the role of these metabolites in the ...