Autism scientists and other experts have launched an independent advisory committee to respond to what it describes as a ...
A group of prominent scientists launched an independent autism advisory panel over fears that Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has politicized the key federal autism advisory board he oversees.
Many autistic people rely on important healthcare coverage from Medicaid for continued services and supports throughout their life. But when entering adulthood, autistic adolescents are facing ...
The prevalence of autism as reported by the federal government has increased substantially in recent years. The latest figures, published in April 2025 by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and ...
At a young age, I asked my parents if they had adopted me. A common question. My twist: Had I been adopted from an alien family? Like many neurodivergent people, I struggled significantly to fit in ...
A new study reveals that difficulties in adapting to changes in speech patterns may affect how adolescents with autism understand tone and meaning. Verbal communication isn't just about the words we ...
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition, characterised by difficulties with social communication and interaction, and the presence of restricted and repetitive patterns of ...
An increasing number of young Australians are autistic. About 4.4% of children aged to 10 to 14 years and 3.4% of older teens have an autism diagnosis. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest ...