Whenever a new autism prevalence study is reported by the US Centers for Disease Control, autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are said to be on the rise—as of now, 1:59 (or 1.7 percent) of school-aged ...

Share on Pinterest Early intervention following an autism diagnosis at 12 to 26 months could mitigate symptoms of autism in young children. Westend61/Getty Images A new study finds a significant ...

Most of Diana’s 59 years were spent trying to figure out a social world that mystified her. Finally, well into middle age, she received a diagnosis that explained her struggles ─ autism. She learned ...

An estimated 5.4 million adults in the U.S. have Autism Spectrum Disorder. When many people think of autism and an initial diagnosis, they think of children. A growing number of adults are learning ...

When considering autism in the context of hospital security, it’s crucial for hospital staff and security personnel to be aware of and sensitive to the unique needs and behaviors of individuals with ...

In his first news conference as secretary of the US Department of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Wednesday that rising rates of autism prevalence in the US reflect a ...