Autism is a spectrum. This metaphor is a helpful way to explain why autism looks and feels so varied across different people.

Autism experts plan to convene in Washington Thursday to propose a research agenda at odds with the one endorsed by the Trump ...

April marks Autism Acceptance Month with World Autism Day occurring on April 2 every year. The month is meant to be a time for uplifting autistic voices and sharing in the community's joy. But for ...

An autism expert sparks fierce debate over whether the spectrum has grown too broad, leading to misdiagnosis in children and ...

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

A cross-sectional study examines annual trends in unmet healthcare needs among over 8000 children with autism.

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

Autistic spectrum disorders are complicated and most likely caused by a number of different problems. However, we still don’t know definitively if something in the diet could influence autism. The ...

Make toothbrushing easier and less stressful for your child with autism. Learn simple, expert-backed tips that help kids—and parents—feel more confident with daily dental care.

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have identified new genetic variants associated with autism spectrum ...

Erica Bacon is working on a special photography project called "Faces of Autism", where autistic individuals are photographed ...