A difference of a few years may not sound like much, but in autism spectrum disorder, earlier identification can open ...

Scientists are working hard to understand how brain disorders such as autism and schizophrenia begin. These conditions often ...

UCLA Health researchers have created a comprehensive map showing how eight different genetic mutations associated with autism spectrum disorder affect early brain development, providing new insights ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Writer by day, Comic by night, who aims to inform, inspire, and amuse. According to the CDC, rates of Autism Spectrum Disorder ...

Medically reviewed by Dakari Quimby, PhDMedically reviewed by Dakari Quimby, PhD Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), often known simply as autism, is a developmental disability in children and adults.

One of the first clues that Sarah was different was her walking. She did not walk until she was 20 months old, about 9 months later than her twin sister. “My pediatrician told me, ‘Oh, don’t worry.

ATLANTA — The Marcus Autism Center announced it will conduct the largest study of behavior, brain and genomic biomarkers in children across the autism spectrum following a $21.9 million grant from the ...

Autism, a condition caused by brain differences, may affect communication, behavior, and emotions. Talking about autism openly instead of avoiding the subject can promote empathy and bust myths. You ...

“The Trump Administration does not believe popping more pills is always the answer for better health. There is mounting evidence finding a connection between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and ...

Research published earlier this year found the strongest evidence yet that the introduction of the National Disability ...