In recent months, a growing amount of news and attention recently has revolved around a medication, known as leucovorin, a folate-based medication discussed as a potential treatment for children with autism. Leucovorin (folinic acid) is not a new or controversial drug in itself. It’s widely used in clinical settings, most notably to reduce the toxic …
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Dr. Blythe Corbett brings a unique perspective to the world of autism research. From her early work as a paramedic and actor to her current role as a psychologist and leading autism researcher in the SENSE (Social Emotional NeuroScience Endocrinology) Lab, Dr. Corbett has constantly returned to the same question: how do we better understand …
Continue reading Innovations in Autism: Dr. Blythe Corbett’s SENSE Theatre®
Dr. David Ruttenberg is truly the Jack of all trades. From child piano prodigy to GRAMMY™️-producer to Amazon best-selling author to earning two undergraduate degrees in electrical engineering and music, Dr. Ruttenberg has done it all. The ultimate career, however, was becoming a father at age 40. As older parents, Dr. Ruttenberg and his wife …
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A new study published in Nature Genetics (2025) has identified four distinct subtypes of autism, each differentiated by their own set of unique challenges and associated with specific genetic variations. According to co-lead author of the paper Natalie Sauerwald, “For families navigating autism, understanding their child’s specific subtype can provide greater clarity and open the …
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April is World Autism Awareness, a month that calls for awareness, education, and advocacy. This year, I wanted to do something a little different. Instead of just talking about autism, I want to amplify and highlight neurodiverse voices. Welcome back to my series Spectrum of Success. Too often, narratives around neurodiversity focus on limitations, rather …
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This week, the CDC published an updated report of prevalence and early identification of Autism among children aged 4 to 8. They found that according to data in 2022, autism prevalence in the United States has increased from 1 in 36 to 1 in 31 children. In an article published in the U.S. Department of …
Continue reading RFK’s Misuse of ‘Epidemic’: Autism Is Not a Disease
I recently interviewed Dr. Rebecca Shaffer, a clinical psychologist at the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital. Dr. Shaffer has dedicated her career to understanding the unique challenges faced by individuals with autism and Fragile X. Join me as we delve into Dr. Shaffer’s insights on the individualized nature of intervention strategies and the transformative impact of equipping …
Continue reading Empowering Neurodivergent Children: Dr. Rebecca Shaffer on Emotional Regulation
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the world’s largest funder of scientific research, supporting the majority of the biomedical research going on in the United States. In 2023 alone, the NIH spent more than $35 billion on almost 50,000 competitive grants to more than 300,000 researchers at more than 2,500 institutions. Unfortunately, this lifeline …
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of autism research and intervention, Dr. Zachary Warren, a clinical psychologist and leading expert at Vanderbilt University, has dedicated nearly two decades to developing systems that promote early detection and support for individuals on the autism spectrum. In this interview, Dr. Warren shares his insights on the transformative potential of …
Continue reading The Role of AI in Autism: Dr. Zachary Warren’s Perspective
Artificial intelligence innovations have taken our society by storm. AI can be used for a variety of things. It can help you craft a title for your paper. It can also give you a recipe for the perfect chocolate chip cookies. But now, researchers are exploring using AI to diagnose individuals with autism. My Initial …
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