What happens when the brain's internal communication cable is frayed or undersized? New research into the corpus callosum — the thick bundle of nerve fibers connecting the brain's two hemispheres — reveals that this structure develops differently in autism spectrum disorder. Two peer-reviewed studies, one cellular and one using MRI scans of 97 children, are bringing us closer to understanding why. The findings may point toward earlier diagnosis and better support for families

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