Autism Spectrum Disorder
Coverage of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Nexus archive.
- Autism remains widely misunderstood in parts of Africa. A mother in Guinea fights for her child
Kadiatou Diallo, a mother in Guinea, advocates for her autistic son Kazaliou Balde, who faced stigma and limited resources. Autism in Guinea lacks government support, with misconceptions attributing it to evil spirits and few affordable schools for affected children.
- Genetic Risk of Autism, ADHD Decreased as Diagnoses Increased
A Danish cohort study found that genetic risk for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) has decreased over time, despite an increase in diagnoses for these conditions.
- An X-linked long non-coding RNA, PTCHD1-AS , and the core features of autism
Researchers have found an association between PTCHD1-AS, a long non-coding RNA, and autism spectrum disorder in humans. This discovery was published online in Nature on May 13, 2026. The study suggests that PTCHD1-AS plays a role in the molecular and circuit-level dysregulation of the striatum.
- Why more doctors now say men must freeze their SPERM: New research shows miscarriage, cancer and autism risks soar after 40. Rob, 41, reveals the true cost, his sobering advice to other men - and why he HASN'T told his wife…
New research shows that men over 40 who do not freeze their sperm are at a higher risk of miscarriage, cancer, and autism in their offspring. Rob, a 41-year-old man, shares his personal experience and advises other men to consider freezing their sperm. The risks associated with advanced paternal age are becoming increasingly apparent.
- Just because your child doesn't make eye-contact doesn't mean they're autistic and 'masking' is nonsense, say researchers who claim condition is wildly overdiagnosed and 'potentially harmful' to vulnerable families
Researchers argue that lack of eye contact in children does not necessarily indicate autism and dismiss 'masking' as invalid. They claim autism is overdiagnosed, potentially harming vulnerable families through misdiagnosis.
- Demand for autism care is soaring. The system is struggling to cope
The article discusses a significant increase in autism diagnoses leading to a booming care industry, but highlights systemic challenges such as rising costs and distorted care delivery. The healthcare system is struggling to meet growing demand while managing financial and operational pressures.