autism
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Evidence links iron deficiency to sleep-wake disorders
It is well known that iron is essential for carrying oxygen in the blood. However, it also plays a key role in some processes in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord), including the synthesis of neurotransmitters — chemicals that allow nerve cells to communicate with each other and can impact an individual’s behaviour. Children with…
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Exploring pain in autistic youth: A Q&A with lead researcher, Dr. Katelynn Boerner
Dr. Katelynn Boerner is a Brain, Behaviour & Development investigator at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR), an assistant professor in the Division of Developmental Pediatrics in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia (UBC), and a psychologist with the Complex Pain Service at BC Children’s Hospital.
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First-of-its-kind research unveils Autistic individuals’ perspectives on genetic testing
For the first time, Autistic individuals have been asked to share with researchers what they think and feel about genetic testing in the context of autism. Previous research has instead focused on the thoughts, feelings, and opinions of Autistic individuals’ parents, caregivers, and health-care providers.
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