Autism is an inherently complex condition, but new research breaks it down into four distinct categories, each defined by a ...

In Colorado, a group of providers and parents is suing the state over its move to require prior authorization and reduce ...

A six-year-old autistic boy was rescued by officers after falling into a pond in Deltona, Florida, late on Christmas, ...

New research identifies four presentations of autism based on genetics, behaviors and the ages when symptoms first appeared.

When Aimee Karpien adopted her son, Henry, at 18 months old, she immediately suspected he had developmental delays and sensory processing challenges. “We quickly pursued evaluation through early ...

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects one in 36 children. That is nearly the equivalent of one child per classroom. This number has risen in recent years with ...

Some children referred for an autism assessment in Barnsley face a waiting list of three years before being seen, with the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Writer by day, Comic by night, who aims to inform, inspire, and amuse. With nearly 78% of autistic children experiencing a ...

Foreman felt an instant rush of fear and adrenaline — not only because Lucas didn’t know how to swim, but also because he had ...

Autistic adults show reduced availability of a key glutamate receptor, mGlu5, across widespread brain regions.

Neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD often share symptoms, including challenges with social situations, staying ...

The Tazewell Police Department is sharing a missing pet alert for Cleo, a French bulldog who disappeared from the Dogwood ...