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By Jan 26, 2021
Science

What the science actually says about weighted blankets

Studies are scarce, but experts still recommend them wholeheartedly.
By Jan 6, 2021
Science

Fidgeting can relax your body and brain—if you do it right

The relationship between fidgeting and attention is complicated, but you can make the most of it with some strategies.
By Mar 10, 2020
Health

A popular autism drug for children isn’t as safe as its label indicates

A decade’s worth of data suggests that the makers of Abilify haven’t been forthcoming about its side effects.
By Dec 2, 2019
Science

Government workers with autism may go unpaid, despite their valuable contributions to science

A volunteer program by USGS could provide setbacks for students seeking independence.
By Jul 23, 2019
Entertainment

Laugh tracks trick our brains into thinking dad jokes are funny

Especially if the canned chuckles sound genuine.
By Jul 12, 2019
Health

Growing up without a permanent home can negatively affect children’s health

Kids with special health needs are more likely to experience housing instability throughout childhood.
By Mar 7, 2019
Health

Folic acid might actually reduce the risk of autism

Mounting evidence suggests nutrition right around conception matters for neurodevelopment.
By Mar 5, 2019
Health

Vaccines don’t cause autism, another massive study confirms

Maybe the more pressing issue is whether anyone will be convinced.
By Feb 20, 2019
Health

Children suffer more from air pollution, but our policies don’t reflect that

Exposure to air pollution likely contributes to childhood health effects like asthma and pre term birth.
By Feb 1, 2019
Health

How autism myths came to fuel anti-vaccination movements

A timeline leading to the 2019 measles outbreaks.