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Early Signs of Autism May Be Present at Birth
What are the very early signs of autism? A new research study at Yale University Medical School suggests that placental abnormalities may point to genetic differences leading to autism spectrum disorders.

Autism and Vaccines Overview
Autism and vaccines are often linked in the media. Do vaccines cause autism? The debate rages.

Does the MMR Vaccine Cause Autism?
Does the MMR (Mumps-Measles-Rubella) vaccine cause autism? This question, first raised in 1998, continues to cause controversy in the autism community. What does the research say?

Genetic Autism and Spontaneous Mutation
Genetic autism is not always inherited. New research finds that new, "spontaneous" mutations in genes are associated with many cases of autism. How can this new finding help you and your children?

Can Wheat or Dairy Cause Autism?
Can wheat (gluten) or dairy (cassein), or a combination of both, actually cause autism? Review the evidence.

Low Birth Weight Raise a Baby's Risk of Autism?
Does low birth rate raise a child's risk of autism? Recent studies suggest there may be a connection.

Is Autism Genetic?
Is autism genetic? Twins are very likely to share autistic traits. While these facts suggest that autism is genetic, there's more to the story.

Autism and the Brain
Are the brains of people with autism different? Research suggests that the brains of people with autism have both structural and chemical differences.

New Findings on Heredity, Genetics and Autism
A new research study suggests that spontaneous genetic mutations caused, in part, by older parents, may play an important role in the autism epidemic. The research study also suggests that a genetic test for "carrier" parents may become available soon. Researcher Dr. Kenny Ye explains his group's findings in detail.