Developmental Disorders

New Research May Help Explain the Dramatic Rise in Autism Diagnoses

Scientists have found that other disorders including intellectual disability can confuse the diagnosis of autism . This provides a possible... Read More

In Mouse Model of Autism, Atypical Vocalizations Reduce Maternal Care

For an infant, crying is an effective form of communication, reliably summoning a parent in times of need. But new... Read More

Animal Study Offers New Clues to the Genetics of Schizophrenia

The malfunction of neurotransmitter docking ports called NMDA receptors may contribute to schizophrenia in some cases. By chemically blocking these... Read More

Brain Imaging Reveals Indicator of Future Behavior Changes for People with Autism Spectrum Disorders

When children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) , it can be difficult to predict what that means for... Read More

Connectivity Problems May Indicate Which Individuals are at Greatest Risk for Schizophrenia

Communication problems in the brain that are associated with schizophrenia are present prior to diagnosis, according to a new study... Read More