For years, we've thought of autism as lying on a spectrum, but emerging evidence suggests that it comes in several distinct ...

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people.

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 ...

The US government is approving the drug leucovorin to address rising rates of autism, despite limited evidence that it works.

An autistic meltdown is an intense reaction to sensory or emotional overload in autistic people. When an autistic person becomes overstimulated or unable to cope with their environment, they may ...

I remember being in the middle of a lake. Alone. Just me, water, the sky, and far-away trees. It was a bliss. Being alone with nature can be an exquisite source of joy. I remember dancing with joy.

It is a common stereotype that autistic people do not have empathy. This stereotype is false and not backed up by the latest ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering approval of the drug leucovorin to treat children with cerebral folate deficiency and symptoms of autism. Kevin Pelphrey is the Harrison-Wood ...

Can a generic drug designed to make chemotherapy work better benefit people with autism? President Trump is touting an “amazing” drug — leucovorin — as “an answer to autism,” a broad range of ...

Families with autistic children require extra planning and consideration for vacations. Experts recommend considering sensory needs, dietary restrictions, and interests when choosing a destination.