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

Autism's defining metaphor of a spectrum may be due for retirement, says one of the field's most influential voices. Dame Uta Frith, the University College London cognitive neuroscientist whose work ...

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

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

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

Why Early Detection Matters Every child develops at their own pace, but when certain social, communication, or behavioral milestones are missing, it may be an early ...

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 at TU Graz are using virtual reality and large language models to support people with autism spectrum disorder in ...

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

Researchers have uncovered a surprising molecular chain reaction in the brain that may play a role in some forms of autism. The study suggests that nitric oxide, a tiny signaling molecule normally ...

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