Childhood Disorders

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The Roots of Autism

Genes in action before birth may sow the seeds of autism spectrum disorder.

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Theory of Mind

Theory of mind is your ability to infer and understand other people’s thoughts, desires, and beliefs — no telepathic superpowers required.

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Girls With ADHD May Not Get Diagnosed Until They’re Older

Men with ADHD are often diagnosed in their childhood, but for girls a diagnosis may not occur until well into adulthood.

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Is Childhood Obesity Linked to Lower IQ ?

Encourage students to be more active, not only for their physical health, but for their brain health as well!

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The Allure of the Weighted Blanket

They’re taking over Amazon and Kickstarter. But do they live up to the hype?

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What Is Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, and How Does It Affect the Brain?

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders are more common than you might think, and can cause severe problems for those affected.

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Do People With Dyslexia Read and Write Backwards?

Almost all children reverse letters when they’re first learning to read and write. Children with dyslexia might not outgrow this behavior as quickly as their peers, but reading and writing backwards is not the basis of dyslexia.

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Do Fidget Spinners Help Kids Focus?

Paulo Graziano explains why fidget spinners cause more distraction than concentration for some children.

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Understanding Autism

Research over the past half century has profoundly changed what we know about autism, revealing clues to its origins and suggesting new strategies for early detection and treatment.

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The Roots of Autism

Genes in action before birth may sow the seeds of autism spectrum disorder.

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Can Special Fonts Help People With Dyslexia?

A typeface seeks to ease some of the challenges people with dyslexia face when reading.

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Pesticides, Infections, and the Hunt for the Causes Behind Autism

Scientists are harnessing the brain's own hormones to help treat the symptoms of autism.

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