Prenatal Smoking Linked to High-Functioning Autism in Kids

FRIDAY, May 4 (HealthDay News) -- If a woman smokes during pregnancy, it may increase her child's risk of high-functioning autism, a new study suggests.

Smoking in pregnancy linked to autism

Women who smoke during pregnancy may increase their children’s risk of high-functioning autism, according to a new study published in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives.

Autism Awareness Increases in U.S.

Studies show that one out of every 52 males and one out of every 252 females are diagnosed with autism. Throughout the month of April, which is Autism Awareness Month many studies have been revealed about the growing condition in the U.S.

Autistic student speaks out after attack in Virginia Beach

The search continues for the man who attacked and robbed a 15-year-old Beach student who has autism. He speaks only to NewsChannel 3.

Wichita Falls Autism Conference

An autism conference on Saturday helped raise awareness about the disorder. Professionals, parents, and educators attended this fourth annual conference. This event is used to increase distribution of information on autism and share techniques to use with individuals affected.