Mental DailyMental Daily
  • Clinical
  • Health
  • I/O
  • Cybernetic
  • Social
  • More
    • Opinion
    • My Bookmarks
Aa
Mental Daily
Aa
  • Clinical
  • Health
  • I/O
  • Cybernetic
  • Social
  • Opinion
Search
  • Clinical
  • Health
  • I/O
  • Cybernetic
  • Social
  • More
    • Opinion
    • My Bookmarks
Follow US
  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Inc. Profile
  • Google Play Store
© 2024 - Mental Daily. All Rights Reserved.
Clinical

Children with autism may have their own microbial development distinct from others

Staff Writer
Staff Writer 4 years ago
Updated 2021/07/27 at 12:25 AM
Share
SHARE

A study suggests that children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may carry a distinct set of gut bacteria unrelated to diet, not found in children without the condition.

As published in the peer-reviewed journal Gut, children with autism are purportedly prone to five specific species of bacteria and have fewer bacteria linked to neurotransmitter activity not present in non-autistic children.

“We performed deep metagenomic sequencing in fecal samples of 146 Chinese children (72 ASD and 74 typically developing children),” the BMJ report reads.

“We compared gut microbial composition and functions between children with ASD and typically developing children. Candidate bacteria markers were identified and validated by metagenomic analysis. Gut microbiota development in relation to chronological age was assessed using random forest model.”

According to the findings, the Chinese children with autism examined had gut microbiome that served as bacterial markers in such that may be predictive markers for autism.

“Gut microbiome in Chinese children with ASD was altered in composition, ecological network and functionality compared with TD children,” the authors stated in their findings. “We identified novel bacterial markers for prediction of ASD and demonstrated persistent underdevelopment of the gut microbiota in children with ASD which lagged behind their respective age-matched peers.”

Photo: iStockphoto

You Might Also Like

Study explores victim-blaming, manipulation, and denial as tactics used by terrorists

Study finds majority of prisoners receive no visitors, possibly affecting recidivism

Dementia risk factors differ by ethnicity, according to new research

Researchers investigate how endocannabinoids regulate the brain’s stress response

Study shows the risk of eating disorders may be lower among vegans

TAGGED: microbiota, autism, gut, pediatrics
Staff Writer July 26, 2021
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Whatsapp Whatsapp Email Print
Previous Article Harmful body fat in obesity may heighten the risk of cognitive decline and stroke
Next Article Premature birth may lead to a substantial reduction in brain connections

Recommended

Clinical

Study explores victim-blaming, manipulation, and denial as tactics used by terrorists

1 Min Read
Clinical

Study finds majority of prisoners receive no visitors, possibly affecting recidivism

2 Min Read
Clinical

Dementia risk factors differ by ethnicity, according to new research

2 Min Read
Clinical

Researchers investigate how endocannabinoids regulate the brain’s stress response

2 Min Read
//

We are a trusted online source for research news and resources on all aspects of the mind and human behavior.

Verticals

  • Clinical
  • Health
  • Social
  • I/O
  • Opinion

Social

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Inc. Profile
  • Google Play Store

Links

  • About
  • Contact
  • The Editor
  • Terms & Conditions
  • Privacy Policy
  • Mental Health
Follow US

© 2024 Mental Daily. All Rights Reserved.

  • Twitter
  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Inc. Profile
  • Google Play Store

Removed from reading list

Undo
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?