Research by Topic: prevention

Podcast: Sobering statistics on suicide

Published June 4, 2018

Suicidal thoughts and suicidal attempts have been shown to be increased in people with ASD. Rates are similar to those with bipolar depression and schizophrenia, but are higher even without psychosis. This is shocking and an urgent health issue in the autism community. This week’s podcast summarizes recent data, publications, presentations, and concerns of thought […]

Filed under: asf, Autism, featured, podcast, prevention, research, Risk Factors, suicide

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New research reinforces benefits of folic acid

Published October 30, 2017

The new #ASFpodcast reviews recent evidence showing that folic acid, taken during or prior to pregnancy, may reduce the probability of having a child with autism and intellectual disability.  Hear the whole story here.

Filed under: featured, folic acid, preemptive, pregnancy, prevention, vitamins

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