Publications by authors named "Kari L Brewton"
Article Synopsis
- Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological condition that affects communication, social behavior, and daily functioning, emerging during early development.
- Research suggests that maternal immune activation (MIA), characterized by elevated cytokines like IL-6 and IFN-γ during pregnancy, may influence fetal brain development and lead to ASD.
- Animal studies show that MIA can cause neurological outcomes related to ASD, such as social interaction difficulties and repetitive behaviors, indicating a potential link between gestational inflammation and the disorder.
