Autism spectrum disorder is referred to as a "lifelong developmental disability" that affects how individuals interact with the world and the people around them. It is a spectral condition, meaning ...

April marks Autism Acceptance Month with World Autism Day occurring on April 2 every year. The month is meant to be a time for uplifting autistic voices and sharing in the community's joy. But for ...

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 ...

Autistic regression refers to a loss of previously acquired skills or a backtracking of developmental milestones. In young children, it may represent autism onset. In older children and adults, it may ...

Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are distinct conditions listed in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of ...

Fragile X syndrome (FXS) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) sometimes occur together. While FXS is a known genetic cause of ASD, not everyone who receives an FXS diagnosis is autistic, and not all ...

In Amy Schumer’s new comedy special Growing, she reveals her husband Chris Fischer has autism spectrum disorder, which affects a person’s communication and behavior. Schumer says there were “some ...

Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the wall between the heart’s two upper chambers. ASD is a congenital heart defect, meaning it is present from birth. In some cases of ASD, a small hole may only ...

Dozens of baby food lawsuits have been filed by families of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Here’s what parents should know about the ongoing litigation. What Causes Autism, ...

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 ...