Brain clue may explain autism 'hug avoidance' (BBC)

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Delays at crucial points during the development of the brain in the womb may explain why people with a condition linked to autism do not like hugs.

A study in mice with fragile X syndrome found wiring in the part of the brain that responds to touch is formed late.

The findings may help explain why people with the condition are hypersensitive to physical contact, the researchers wrote in Neuron.

It also points to key stages when treatment could be most effective.
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more: http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8511100.stm

[HuckleB]

1. If only we could find a way to move faster, and connect the clues.

Perhaps diagnosis and treatment will continue to be possible earlier, with evidence (much more is needed) such as the following leading us to improved care:

Babies' Brains Tuned to Sharing Attention With Others
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2010/01/100126220331.htm