Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is widely understood as a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how individuals communicate, behave, and interact with the world. Yet, when it comes to girls, autism ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — A White House announcement about autism is expected Monday afternoon after President Donald Trump’s weekend comment that “I think we found an answer” to the developmental disorder.

New research from the University of Cambridge suggests that autism should not be understood as a homogeneous condition with a single cause. Scientists found that people diagnosed in early childhood ...

Researchers have discovered that a mutation of the MDGA1 gene, a key factor modulating the connections and characteristics between nerve cells, serves as a new cause of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ...

With autism prevalence now reaching 1 in 31 children in the United States according to the latest CDC data, the pressure on ABA practices to support timely, accurate diagnosis has never been greater.

This week, Kylie Kelce appeared on CBS Mornings to advocate for autism acceptance, narrating a story about her daughters and ...

The idea of the “autism spectrum” is widely used in diagnosis, education and public discussion. First developed by the ...

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Sesame Street’s new autism resources show how children learn inclusion, empathy, and friendship through everyday moments, ...

President Donald Trump blamed the over-the-counter drug acetaminophen, commonly known by the brand name Tylenol, as a significant factor in the rise of U.S. autism diagnoses on Monday, at a press ...