Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the clinical name for the condition most people refer to as autism. Autism is defined as "a complex developmental condition that affects communication, social ...

ASD affects 1 in 44 children in the US. Here's what you need to know to best support the community and create awareness Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals ...

Some children once thought to have autism spectrum disorder were later found to have other conditions or were misdiagnosed, new research finds. Nathan Mort, a 37-year-old with autism, is part of a ...

Parents of children with autism had a chance to learn about the disorder during an information panel in Aiken at Rural Health ...

It’s well known that women frequently fall victim to misdiagnosis in the medical field due to doctors who may overlook important symptoms in cases of both mental and physical health. This happens due ...

F rom the outside, autism can be difficult to understand. The unique sensory world of an autistic person can mean that a ...

If you've been following health news lately, you'll know researchers are constantly digging for answers about Autism Spectrum ...

A DGIST research team identified that the mutation of the collybistin protein found in autistic patients weakens the brain's ...

A new study shows that children born preterm who are later diagnosed with autism often present with more extensive support ...