In autism, gene findings may help explain biology, guide drug discovery

(Medical Xpress) -- Autism and related disorders that profoundly affect behavior and development are diagnosed more often today than ever before.

In Autism, Gene Findings May Help Explain Biology and Guide Drug Discovery

UCSF gene hunter Lauren Weiss is homing in on a network of genes – linked to a protein suspect identified earlier – that may hold clues to autism and lead to new ways to identify those at risk and new ideas about prevention and treatment.

Rising autism rates prompt bill

By: Caitlin Trujillo A bill to expand autism treatment by amending legislation passed last year that mandated insurance coverage for autism diagnosis and treatment in children is awaiting consideration in the Rhode Island General Assembly. ... ;

Definition of autism receives re-evaluation

MSU researchers are taking note of revisions to the criteria for those diagnosed with autism disorders as an American Psychiatric Association panel updates the definition for the first time in 17 years.

Redefining Autism: Will New DSM-5 Criteria for ASD Exclude Some People?

Redefining Autism: Will New DSM-5 Criteria for ASD Exclude Some People?