Am J Psychiatry August 2022 PMID 35615814

Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism.

Jessica B Girault, Kevin Donovan, Zoë Hawks, Muhamed Talovic, Elizabeth Forsen, Jed T Elison, Mark D Shen, Meghan R Swanson, Jason J Wolff, Sun Hyung Kim, Tomoyuki Nishino, Savannah Davis, Abraham Z Snyder, Kelly N Botteron, Annette M Estes

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The overall tone and word choices reflect genuine interest and recognition of the study’s implications, with examples like mentions of 'visual system differences' and 'brain markers' indicating engagement with the research’s potential to impact early diagnosis strategies. The tone is academic yet accessible, emphasizing the importance of early markers and genetic factors, illustrating a balanced view of the study’s relevance and impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the significance of the study, emphasizing its findings on early brain markers and their relation to autism traits.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high curiosity, highlighting specific details like visual circuitry and genetic links, which suggests strong engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several posts reference research methods, implications for early detection, and potential as markers, indicating a moderate level of deep engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the research could influence future diagnosis and understanding of autism, hence a modest perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigates how genetic risk factors for autism influence early brain development, showing that siblings of children with ASD exhibit certain brain differences before diagnosis, particularly in regions related to visual processing.
  • Higher ASD traits in probands are linked to larger brain structures and reduced white matter integrity in siblings who later develop ASD, indicating that inherited genetic liability impacts specific brain features early in life.
  • The research suggests that early brain MRI markers, especially related to the visual system and functional connectivity, can reflect familial ASD traits and potentially serve as early indicators of autism risk. ]

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Michael F. Chiang, MD
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Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to autism diagnosis. Could disruption in visual processing affect how infants see & interact with the world? @UNC_SOM @APAPubjournals: https://t.co/TzWojeoiXO https://t.co/fqnTEPhCPe

Jun 2, 2022 · 13 likes · 7 shares · 9,809 followers View post →
Neuroscience News
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“Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism” by Girault, JB et al. American Journal of Psychiatry https://t.co/wPHMxwVWAQ

May 29, 2022 · 10 likes · 1 share · 506,664 followers View post →
Elio Sassine
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Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/9z9g1CEW7c

Jun 1, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 408 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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Researchers from the Infant Brain Imaging Study Network (including @UNCCIDD @WUSTLmed @ChildrensPhila) report that autistic traits in older siblings with ASD could predict certain aspects of brain development in their infant siblings who are diagnosed. https://t.co/VgHa7IbjnM https://t.co/ztAd9kbx6i

May 26, 2022 · 1 like · 11,607 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the September 2022 issue. https://t.co/gSRZXYapyx

Sep 16, 2022 · 1 like · 11,607 followers View post →
Dr Imran Sheikh
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Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/8ulyZ0P0QB https://t.co/jmRHJ8ClgD

May 30, 2022 · 23,931 followers View post →

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Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism. https://t.co/y2rko0JIFH

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Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the September 2022 issue. https://t.co/gSRZXYapyx

Sep 16, 2022 · 1 like · 11,607 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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AJP Deputy Editor Danny Pine highlights two articles from the August 2022 issue. https://t.co/lJqIlvbRuy

Aug 19, 2022 · 11,607 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
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Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/9Ys91VZCMD

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3. Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism 3/4 https://t.co/9Ys91Whebd

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Marcia Petyt
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RT @NEIDirector: Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to…

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RT @NEIDirector: Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to…

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RT @NEIDirector: Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to…

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Dr. Sara Thomasy (she/hers)
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RT @NEIDirector: Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to…

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RAFAEL VILLASMIL
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RT @NEIDirector: Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to…

Jun 2, 2022 · 7 shares · 337 followers View post →
Michael F. Chiang, MD
@NEIDirector · X

Study funded by @NICHD_NIH @NIMHgov @NINDSNews: Changes in the visual system of 6-month-old babies were apparent prior to autism diagnosis. Could disruption in visual processing affect how infants see & interact with the world? @UNC_SOM @APAPubjournals: https://t.co/TzWojeoiXO https://t.co/fqnTEPhCPe

Jun 2, 2022 · 13 likes · 7 shares · 9,809 followers View post →
Carine el Khazen
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RT @Elio65: Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/9z9g1CEW7c

Jun 1, 2022 · 1 share · 904 followers View post →
Elio Sassine
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Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/9z9g1CEW7c

Jun 1, 2022 · 2 likes · 1 share · 408 followers View post →
Dr Imran Sheikh
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Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/8ulyZ0P0QB https://t.co/jmRHJ8ClgD

May 30, 2022 · 23,931 followers View post →
Hellen C. Greenblatt
@HellenGreenblat · X

#Autism (ASD): Atypical structure and function of visual circuitry and processing areas of brain apparent @ 6m. Gene-brain associations. ASD traits in siblings foreshadow emergence of ASD? Useful as marker? https://t.co/xkxccE2hb5 [open access] https://t.co/DwPOKan5XD

May 30, 2022 · 4,413 followers View post →
The Aegean Society
@aegeansociety · X

Yeni bir çalışmaya göre, 24 aylıkken otizm spektrum bozukluğu (ASD) teşhisi konan bebeklerin, beynin görsel işleme alanlarında 6 aylıkken görülen farklılıkları vardı. https://t.co/L60Qtd7iKo

May 30, 2022 · 457 followers View post →
nutsusu
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6〜24ヶ月のASDの子どものASD特性と一次視覚野を含む視覚処理領域の発達に関連性がある Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/zxL37SQ0Rs

May 29, 2022 · 3 followers View post →
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RT @NeuroscienceNew: “Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism” by Girault, JB et al. American Journal of…

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Neuroscience News
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“Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism” by Girault, JB et al. American Journal of Psychiatry https://t.co/wPHMxwVWAQ

May 29, 2022 · 10 likes · 1 share · 506,664 followers View post →
Ryoichi WATANABE, PhD.
@watanaberkyoto · X

RT @KEEEEN_w_d: Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/vGuKNzUNi4 ASDの可能性の高い乳幼児を対象に6、12、2…

May 26, 2022 · 1 share · 4,163 followers View post →
Journals of The American Psychiatric Association
@APAPubJournals · X

Researchers from the Infant Brain Imaging Study Network (including @UNCCIDD @WUSTLmed @ChildrensPhila) report that autistic traits in older siblings with ASD could predict certain aspects of brain development in their infant siblings who are diagnosed. https://t.co/VgHa7IbjnM https://t.co/ztAd9kbx6i

May 26, 2022 · 1 like · 11,607 followers View post →
CHOP Publication Bot
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Jessica B Girault: Infant Visual Brain Development and Inherited Genetic Liability in Autism https://t.co/CmMauERd46

May 26, 2022 · 124 followers View post →
Medical Xpress
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#Visualsystem brain development implicated in infants who develop #autism https://t.co/FYRu3QAHCe https://t.co/Yz3Z9b3V0S

May 26, 2022 · 7,021 followers View post →
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