Which Parent Carries the Autism Gene? https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/which-parent-carries-autism-gene/

As autism rates continue to increase across the world, many researchers are looking into genetic factors that may contribute to an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. This leads to important questions such as: “Does an autism gene exist?” “Can environmental factors play a role in developing autism?” and “Which parent carries the autism gene?” Is There

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How Does the 'Autistic Brain' Work? https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/autistic-brain/

The human brain is the greatest computer in the world. It can help you remember and process some of the greatest moments of your life. It can connect your thoughts to something that made you incredibly joyful or angry. But is this any different for an autistic brain? The World Health Organization defines autism spectrum

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Is Autism Hereditary?

“He can’t have autism; our family has no history!” These words from family members cut me like a knife when my youngest son was diagnosed with autism, and it immediately brought up the age-old question: Is autism hereditary?  My son was just three weeks shy of turning two years old when he was diagnosed, and

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