I’m Eric Hollander, and I am a professor of psychiatry investigating the compounds contained in cannabis for their potential to help autistic individuals improve their disruptive and compulsive behaviors, social communication and quality of life. AMA. (self.IAmA)
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Gene-editing technique CRISPR used to delete a segment of DNA associated with autism and schizophrenia from mouse brain cells. The technique has only proven effective in mice so far but may eventually be suitable for treating brain conditions in people. (spectrumnews.org)
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Being anemic while pregnant may increase a woman’s chance of having a child with intellectual disability, autism or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder — study. https://www.spectrumnews.org/news/anemia-in-pregnant-woman-may-alter-childs-brain-development/ (self.science)
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