One Step Closer to Unraveling the Mystery of Autism

A report was released online today by the journal Molecular Psychiatry stating that researchers have uncovered the reason that autism effects boys four times more often than girls.  The "autism-risk" gene is more prevalent in boys than girls although researchers are not clear why this is the case.   As a mom with a child with learning disabilities I realize how frustrating and overwhelming it can be when searching for answers.  While this might be a small step, at least it's a step in the right direction.  More information can be found at http://www.time.com/time/health/article/0,8599,1899756,00.html?imw=Y