Summary: Recent research has found that children born to parents with fertility issues have a slightly elevated risk of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The study suggests that the risk of ASD is increased in children of parents previously diagnosed with infertility, regardless of whether fertility treatments were involved. The study also emphasizes the role of …
Overtalking: A Possible Sign of Underlying Mental Health Conditions Overtalking: A Possible Sign of Underlying Mental Health Conditions By Emily Joshu, Health Reporter for DailyMail.com Published: 22:12 19 Oct 2023, Updated: 22:24 19 Oct 2023 If you’re constantly getting in trouble for talking or rattling on about specific topics, you could have a mental health …
AUSTIN (KXAN) – Researchers have discovered a potential link between autism in boys and the consumption of diet soda or the artificial sweetener aspartame by their mothers during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, according to a recent study. For the study, scientists at the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio gathered information from …
In a new poll released by KFF, it has been found that a significant number of adults continue to believe misinformation regarding key health issues, particularly concerning COVID-19, vaccines, and reproductive health. The survey showed that even if participants didn’t believe the claims, almost all of them were aware of the misinformation, with 96 percent …
Researchers are urging for improved diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of psychiatric illness in autistic individuals due to their heightened risk of self-harm and suicide compared to non-autistic individuals. Dr. Meng-Chuan Lai, a staff psychiatrist and senior scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), emphasized the important role of psychiatric diagnosis in explaining …
“Do you have a family history of that?” It’s a common question that arises in healthcare settings, but to what extent do genetics truly impact our physical and mental well-being? According to Dr. Eimear Kenny, a renowned expert in medicine and genetics, almost every condition has some genetic basis, although the degree of genetic influence …
In 2021, the number of American children diagnosed with developmental disabilities has increased once again. According to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 1 in 10 boys have been diagnosed with an intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder, or another developmental delay. The latest results from the CDC’s …