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

An autism expert sparks fierce debate over whether the spectrum has grown too broad, leading to misdiagnosis in children and ...

Autism experts plan to convene in Washington Thursday to propose a research agenda at odds with the one endorsed by the Trump Administration.

ClearStrand-ASD is the first and only biochemical screening test for autism spectrum disorder, intended to help health care providers rule out autism when it is a concern. Available by prescription in ...

Studies reveal a complex interplay of traits, genes, and brain structure behind the dual diagnosis—raising new questions about how we define and treat both conditions.

This recently released study could help researchers to better understand the causes of autism in children.

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 ...

A cross-sectional study examines annual trends in unmet healthcare needs among over 8000 children with autism.

Researchers at the University of California San Diego have identified new genetic variants associated with autism spectrum ...

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A team of Taiwanese researchers have used a nationwide, population-based cohort to examine whether taking acetaminophen during pregnancy might be linked to a higher likelihood of ...