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Neurofeedback For Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): An Effective Treatment?

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder noticeable in childhood characterized by impaired communication skills and difficulty forming relationships or bonds with others.  Those with autism may lack empathy, dislike physical contact, and may be especially sensitive to loud noises, bright lights, or certain smells.  Currently there is no cure for autism, and many individuals diagnosed with …

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Antidepressants (SSRIs) During Pregnancy Increases Autism Risk by 3X for Boys

New research has just surfaced from Johns Hopkins indicating that there is likely a link between prenatal exposure to antidepressant drugs and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) as well as other developmental delays (DD) among boys. This is highly concerning for pregnant mothers who have made the choice to stay on antidepressants throughout their pregnancy, particularly …

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