The Surprising Way Doctors Might Predict Autism, ADHD, and Speech Disorders in Newborns

Early interventions in autism screening could be enhanced by focusing on the microbiome, which shows promise in identifying pre-symptomatic imbalances linked to neurodevelopmental disorders. Researchers have found differences in the gut microbes and metabolites of infants that precede symptoms and diagnoses of conditions like autism by years. This new approach could inform future screenings and [...]