In a state where balmy weather, miles of beaches and endless swimming pools draw millions of vacationing families a year, ...

This 39-point visual map moves beyond ‘mild’ or ‘severe’ labels to reveal the true complexity of the autism spectrum.

For most of human history, the mind was a mystery box. Behavior emerged, and we simply accepted it—strange, brilliant, troubled, gifted. But today, we peer inside that box. We map genes. We track ...

Today, we recognize Americans with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), whose talents, character, and determination strengthen our Nation and enrich our ...

With autism prevalence now reaching 1 in 31 children in the United States according to the latest CDC data, the pressure on ...

The idea that two conditions at opposite ends of life might be biologically linked is beginning to upend long-standing ...

Most people want autism breakthroughs—but few know the crucial role brain donation plays in making them happen. Autism ...

Russell Rollens's life was off to a strong start nine years ago. Gestation and delivery went smoothly, and he hit all the early-childhood milestones right on schedule. Snapshots from his 1st birthday ...

Autism affects how a person socializes, communicates, learns and behaves. Diagnoses have skyrocketed from 1 in 150 children ...

Imagine a world where being different is not just accepted but celebrated. For many individuals with autism, this dream is still far from reality. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects millions ...

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 ...

She was shunned by her neighbours in the east African country of Malawi, who blamed her for what Rachael was doing. Martha ...