by Nathan Driskell | Jan 9, 2026 | Autism, News
Researchers have identified four distinct types of autism, challenging the long-held notion of autism as a singular spectrum. This breakthrough was reported in a study published in July in *Nature Genetics*, led...
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...