The basic definition of autism that I’ve given you – that it’s lifelong and neurodevelopmental, and that there are ...

A newly discovered biological chain reaction explains how high levels of a common brain chemical can lead to cellular ...

Here's why the condition affects each person diagnosed with it so differently — plus how anyone with autism can thrive.

An increasing number of people worldwide are affected by autism spectrum disorder (ASD); according to studies, one in 44 ...

It’s a first of its kind for traditional public schools in Texas: a campus tailored to the needs of young children diagnosed ...

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Studies from Drexel University and the University of Fukui reveal alarming new insights into the effects of screen time on toddlers.

Make toothbrushing easier and less stressful for your child with autism. Learn simple, expert-backed tips that help kids—and ...

A new study discovers how nitric oxide triggers a biochemical domino effect in the brain, leading to mTOR overactivation in ...

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AuDHD, the co-occurrence of autism and ADHD, is far more common than most people realize. Here's what it means, what it feels like, and why the word matters so much to so many.

Researchers have uncovered a surprising molecular chain reaction in the brain that may play a role in some forms of autism.