by Nathan Driskell | Jan 9, 2026 | Internet Addiction, News
In early January 2026, multiple news outlets reported a profoundly tragic story from California: 19-year-old Sam Nelson died from a drug overdose after an extended period of relying on ChatGPT for guidance about drug use. What began as a seemingly innocent...
by Nathan Driskell | Jan 9, 2026 | Autism, News
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) levels of vasopressin have been identified as a potential biomarker for social impairment in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), according to a study published in the journal Autism Research. The research indicates that elevated...
by Nathan Driskell | Jan 9, 2026 | Autism, News
The study published in *npj Biofilms and Microbiomes* investigates how constipation affects autism-related symptoms in children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Researchers led by Hailin Li conducted a multiomics analysis to explore the connection between...
by Nathan Driskell | Jan 9, 2026 | Internet Addiction, News
In Ethiopia, a staggering 43% of university students are reported to struggle with internet addiction, as highlighted in a recent article by the Capital Newspaper. The report connects this addiction to rising rates of depression, low self-esteem, gaming, and khat...
by Nathan Driskell | Jan 9, 2026 | Autism, News
A comprehensive review conducted by researchers from Paris Nanterre University, Paris Cité University, and the University of Southampton has critically evaluated hundreds of alternative treatments for autism, revealing that most lack solid evidence of efficacy....
