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Alia Bhatt On ADHD Diagnosis: "My Body Was Heating Up At Social Gatherings"
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. Individuals with ADHD may have trouble focusing their attention on a single task or sitting still for long periods of time.
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Study Reveals Sleep Disruption Could Increase the Risk of Autism in Children
A recent study from the University of North Carolina indicates a link between early sleep disruptions and a higher risk of autism in children. Sleep is crucial for brain development, and its disruption can lead to long-lasting behavioural changes. Research on young mice shows that sleep loss negatively impacts social behaviour, especially in those ...
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Innovative mRNA Delivery Technique Could Correct Genetic Disorders Before Birth
A recent study from UC Davis and UC Berkeley has unveiled a groundbreaking mRNA delivery method capable of editing genes in fetal brain cells. By administering mRNA encapsulated in lipid nanoparticles, researchers successfully targeted genetic disorders such as Angelman syndrome before birth. This approach, which minimizes risks of inflammation, of...
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New Research Aims To Decode Genetic Roots Of Mental Illness
Neurodevelopmental and psychiatric diseases (NPD), such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, and depression, have a negative impact on individuals, families, and society. Unfortunately, effective therapies are often lacking.
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ADHD In Adults: 7 Signs And Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder which is commonly affects children. In some cases it can affect adults too. Read here to know the symptoms of ADHD in adults.
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Risk Of Neurodevelopmental Disorders Is Higher In Men Than Women, Says Study
Neurodevelopmental disorders: A new study has found that neurodevelopmental disorders are more common in males than females. Neurodevelopmental disorders are referred to a group of disorders which occur as a result of disturbance in the central nervous system.
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Scientists Successfully Identify Gene Responsible For Autism
This may pave the way for developing autism treatments.
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Centre On Neurodevelopmental Disorders At AIIMS Soon
A centre for advanced research and excellence for childhood neurodevelopmental disorders will soon come up at the AIIMS with a focus on use of technology aided rehabilitation strategies.
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Maternal Exposure To Anti-Depressant SSRIs Linked To Autism In Children
A new study provides some of the strongest evidence yet that using an antidepressant like Prozac, Paxil or Zoloft during the final two trimesters of pregnancy may be linked to a higher risk of autism spectrum disorder for the child.
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Why Males Are At Higher Risk Of Autism: Study
Female infants have larger volumes of grey matter around the temporal-parietal junction of the brain than males at the time of birth, a new study has found.
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Autism Rate Doubles in US to One in 45 Kids: Survey
Autism affects one in 45 children in the United States, almost twice the rate from a few years ago, said a survey today that uses a new approach to assess the frequency of the developmental disorder.
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Alia Bhatt On ADHD Diagnosis: "My Body Was Heating Up At Social Gatherings"
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopmental disorders of childhood. Individuals with ADHD may have trouble focusing their attention on a single task or sitting still for long periods of time.
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Study Reveals Sleep Disruption Could Increase the Risk of Autism in Children
A recent study from the University of North Carolina indicates a link between early sleep disruptions and a higher risk of autism in children. Sleep is crucial for brain development, and its disruption can lead to long-lasting behavioural changes. Research on young mice shows that sleep loss negatively impacts social behaviour, especially in those ...
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Innovative mRNA Delivery Technique Could Correct Genetic Disorders Before Birth
A recent study from UC Davis and UC Berkeley has unveiled a groundbreaking mRNA delivery method capable of editing genes in fetal brain cells. By administering mRNA encapsulated in lipid nanoparticles, researchers successfully targeted genetic disorders such as Angelman syndrome before birth. This approach, which minimizes risks of inflammation, of...
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New Research Aims To Decode Genetic Roots Of Mental Illness
Neurodevelopmental and psychiatric diseases (NPD), such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, autism, and depression, have a negative impact on individuals, families, and society. Unfortunately, effective therapies are often lacking.
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ADHD In Adults: 7 Signs And Symptoms You Shouldn't Ignore
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder which is commonly affects children. In some cases it can affect adults too. Read here to know the symptoms of ADHD in adults.
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Risk Of Neurodevelopmental Disorders Is Higher In Men Than Women, Says Study
Neurodevelopmental disorders: A new study has found that neurodevelopmental disorders are more common in males than females. Neurodevelopmental disorders are referred to a group of disorders which occur as a result of disturbance in the central nervous system.
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Scientists Successfully Identify Gene Responsible For Autism
This may pave the way for developing autism treatments.
-
Centre On Neurodevelopmental Disorders At AIIMS Soon
A centre for advanced research and excellence for childhood neurodevelopmental disorders will soon come up at the AIIMS with a focus on use of technology aided rehabilitation strategies.
-
Maternal Exposure To Anti-Depressant SSRIs Linked To Autism In Children
A new study provides some of the strongest evidence yet that using an antidepressant like Prozac, Paxil or Zoloft during the final two trimesters of pregnancy may be linked to a higher risk of autism spectrum disorder for the child.
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Why Males Are At Higher Risk Of Autism: Study
Female infants have larger volumes of grey matter around the temporal-parietal junction of the brain than males at the time of birth, a new study has found.
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Autism Rate Doubles in US to One in 45 Kids: Survey
Autism affects one in 45 children in the United States, almost twice the rate from a few years ago, said a survey today that uses a new approach to assess the frequency of the developmental disorder.
