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

April is globally recognised as Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and promoting acceptance and inclusion for individuals on the spe ...

What are the early signs of autism? Early signs include delayed speech; limited eye contact; and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Is autism genetic? Studies ...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in how people interact or ...

What began as every parent’s worst nightmare ended in relief, thanks to quick action, teamwork, and a community that refused ...

A recent meta-analysis found that autistic individuals have a higher prevalence of these disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, schizoaffective, delusional), at 4%, than the general population, at 0.46%.[1][ ...

Wentworth Miller received an autism diagnosis as an adult. Here's what the actor had to say about it.

Reliable nationwide data in Ghana is limited because of underdiagnosis and the lack of comprehensive reporting systems. However, available estimates suggest autism affects a significant number of ...

Maternal SARS-CoV-2 infection during pregnancy was associated with increased risk for autism spectrum disorder in girls.