Autism spectrum disorder is a group of developmental delays that affect how a person communicates and behaves. Many people are diagnosed with autism as young children, but it is possible to recognize ...

March 13, 2007 — -- A new effort is being launched to better educate parents and pediatricians about the earliest signs of autism. There are no known causes or cures for this disorder, but the ...

When most people think of autism, they picture sensory sensitivities, repetitive behaviors or social difficulties. But research shows that early signs can also show up in the way a child walks, often ...

Leah Welborn, a late-diagnosed autistic woman, shares 7 childhood clues that were overlooked in the 1980s due to gender bias and outdated autism stereotypes. Her story exemplifies how autism in girls ...

The month of April is Autism Acceptance Month. April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to embrace the differences of people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a developmental disability that ...