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Autism May Be Linked to Mom’s Autoimmune Disease
Possible causes of disorder should now include celiac disease, study suggests

Chromosome Abnormality Tied to Autistic Behavior in Mice
Finding could help advance autism research in humans

Standard IQ Test May Undervalue People With Autism
Study shows they could solve problems faster than non-autistics on a different test

Celexa May Not Help Kids With Autism
Study finds no benefit, and more side effects, but not all agree

Gene Gives Clues to Why Autism More Common in Boys
Family study sheds more light on mysterious condition

Brain Anatomy Could Point to Autism
These children tend to have larger amygdala, a neural center for emotion

Research Highlights Genetic Risk for Autism
Expert calls new findings a 'crack in the facade' of the disorder

Autism Tied to Older Moms, Breech Birth
But it's unlikely these factors cause the neurological condition, experts say

Melatonin May Ease Sleep Problems in Autistic Children
Small study finds over-the-counter melatonin reduces time to slumber

Asperger Syndrome Tied to Low Cortisol Levels
Finding could steer caregivers away from situations that would add to anxiety

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