Head Circumference and Autism: New Insights and Possible Interventions

Dr. Eric Corchesney and his team at the Centre for Autism Research studied 48 autistic children over a decade, focusing on head circumference measurements. They discovered that rapid head growth correlates with autism severity. Autism affects communication and relationships, and these findings challenge the idea that environmental factors cause autism. The research suggests the possibility of developing biological interventions to prevent abnormal brain growth.

What was the primary focus of Dr. Eric Corchesney's research on autistic children?

• Studying sleep patterns

• Analyzing dietary habits

• Tracking head circumference measurements

• Observing social interactions

How is a rapid increase in head circumference related to autism?

• It indicates a lower severity of autism

• It suggests better communication skills

• It is unrelated to autism

• It is linked to the severity of autism

What is autism primarily described as?

• A physical disorder

• A brain disorder

• A genetic disorder

• A lifestyle disorder

What do the research findings suggest about environmental factors and autism?

• Environmental factors have no impact on autism

• Environmental factors are the main cause of autism

• Early brain growth abnormalities challenge the role of environmental factors

• Environmental factors enhance brain growth

What potential does the research open up for autism treatment?

• Enhancing physical therapy techniques

• Developing biological interventions to prevent brain overgrowth

• Creating social skills programs

• Developing dietary supplements