Dr. Malia Beckwith says many individuals with autism can develop relationships, careers, and live independently with the ...

Researchers identified four autism sub-types linked to different genes, helping improve diagnosis and treatment.

The four autism subtypes are social and behavioral challenges, mixed ASD with developmental delay, moderate challenges, and ...

When modern humans first migrated out of Africa about 60,000 years ago, they crossed paths with Neanderthals. Over thousands ...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition characterized by a wide range of challenges in social communication and interaction, as well as restricted and repetitive ...

Diagnosing autism spectrum disorders can be challenging because there aren't any biological tests that detect ASD. Healthcare providers analyze a person's behavior and development to make a diagnosis.

When children receive early autism intervention and consistent access to effective therapies, their ability to adapt and ...

Early sensory experiences shape later behavior, possibly influencing autism symptoms before social traits emerge.

Prior research has shown that people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often experience difficulties recognizing faces and ...

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is a complex developmental brain disorder that affects communication, behavior, learning, and social interactions. Autism appears before age 3, but diagnosis can ...

More children are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, according to new data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Their new numbers now show that autism affects one ...

The relationship between neurodevelopmental disorders and cancer networks presents an intriguing area of research, especially concerning metabolic ...