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Zeroing in on the Causes of Autism – National Geographic

Zeroing in on the Causes of AutismNational GeographicBut more recent research suggests that when universal screening for autism—a disorder characterized by inhibited social functioning and repetitive behavior—is done, that incidence may be much higher. And last year, the California Autism Twins Study, … twins research – Google News

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Study of Half Siblings Provides Genetic Clues to Autism – Patch.com

PsychCentral.com Study of Half Siblings Provides Genetic Clues to AutismPatch.comNew research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis shows that the genetic reach of the disorder often extends to half siblings as well. On the surface, the finding may not be surprising — half siblings share about 25 percent of …New Genetic Clues [...]

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New Genetic Clues to Autism – PsychCentral.com

PsychCentral.com New Genetic Clues to AutismPsychCentral.comNew research now shows that half-siblings are also at risk for autism. Half-siblings share about 25 percent of their genes so the finding is consistent with genetic traits. Researchers say the new findings add to recent evidence that even though autism …Study of Half Siblings Provides Genetic Clues to AutismScience [...]

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Study of Half Siblings Provides Genetic Clues to Autism – Science Daily (press release)

Study of Half Siblings Provides Genetic Clues to AutismScience Daily (press release)New research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis shows that the genetic reach of the disorder often extends to half siblings as well. On the surface, the finding may not be surprising — half siblings share about 25 percent of …and [...]

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Woman raising money for autism research – Mt. Vernon Register-News

Woman raising money for autism researchMt. Vernon Register-News… Scheller woman is working to raise money for autism research during April, which is Autism Awareness Month. Autism is a condition close to Casey Goodwin's heart, she said, because the twin boys of her close friend were diagnosed with the disorder.Bill Welsh: Investment in research is needed [...]

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Bill Welsh: Investment in research is needed to curb global rise in autism – Scotsman

Bill Welsh: Investment in research is needed to curb global rise in autismScotsmanThey regard autism as a genetic condition, a belief based primarily on a weak, underpowered twins study from 1977. That was superseded by a larger study last year, which concluded that only 35 per cent of autism has a genetic basis.and more » twins [...]

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Autism research may be about to bear fruit – LubbockOnline.com

Autism research may be about to bear fruitLubbockOnline.comResearch published in the journal Nature widened the understanding of the genetic roots of some cases and confirmed the elevated risks for children with older fathers. Another study, released online Monday in Pediatrics, suggested maternal obesity may …and more » twins research – Google News

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Autism research may be about to bear fruit – Fox News

msnbc.com Autism research may be about to bear fruitFox NewsResearch published in the journal Nature widened the understanding of the genetic roots of some cases and confirmed the elevated risks for children with older fathers. Another study, released online Monday in Pediatrics, suggested maternal obesity may …Research narrows autism's causesSpringfield News-Leaderall 371 news articles » twins [...]

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Autism research may be about to bear fruit – NECN

Autism research may be about to bear fruitNECNResearch published in the journal Nature widened the understanding of the genetic roots of some cases and confirmed the elevated risks for children with older fathers. Another study, released online Monday in Pediatrics, suggested maternal obesity may …and more » twins research – Google News

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Autism research may be about to bear fruit – The Associated Press

The Associated Press Autism research may be about to bear fruitThe Associated PressResearch published in the journal Nature widened the understanding of the genetic roots of some cases and confirmed the elevated risks for children with older fathers. Another study, released online Monday in Pediatrics, suggested maternal obesity may …Scientists closer to finding autism's cause [...]

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