Dr. Beversdorf graduated from Indiana University and completed Neurology residency at Dartmouth. After his fellowship in Behavioral Neurology at University of Florida, he joined the Ohio State University faculty. He has published on memory disorders, autism, cognitive neuroscience, fMRI, neurpsychopharmacology and drug addiction. He joined the University of Missouri (Radiology, Neurology, Psychology and the Thompson Center) to focus on autism, with particular interest in pharmacofMRI as a potential treatment marker, and gene/stress interactions in autism.
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The Role of Neurotransmitters in GI Disorders Related to Autism
Kara Gross Margolis, MD, explores recent studies surrounding the role of serotonin and the more extensive gut microbiome in gastrointestinal (GI) and inflammatory conditions related to autism. She presents case studies highlighting
More evidence of GI issues reported in kids with ASD
A new study adds to evidence that gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are common in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and can contribute to behavior, sleep, and attention problems. Bibiana Restrepo and
More Evidence for Link Between GI Symptoms and Behavior in individuals with Autism
10/2/2019 - A study from the University of Missouri adds to evidence that behavior problems in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) can be an indication of gastrointestinal (GI) distress. Bradley Ferguson
Research on Microbiota Transfer Therapy in Patients with ASD
Many studies have reported abnormal gut microbiota in individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD), suggesting a link between gut microbiome and autism-like behaviors. Modifying the gut microbiome is
Constipation – Nutritional Strategies
Published: 06/08/2017 Ms. Laake is a Licensed Nutritionist specializing for 40 years in complex medical nutrition issues affecting children and adults. An honors graduate from Temple University, she received her Master of
Serotonin as a Potential Brain Gut Link
For some types of autism, gastrointestinal problems may originate from the same genetic changes that lead to the behavioral and social characteristics of the condition.