Autism rates are higher than ever before, probably because of more expansive and sensitive diagnoses. Those numbers highlight the need for more support for people with autism.

"High-functioning autism" isn’t a formal medical term but refers to someone with autistic traits and possibly more ...

Autism affects one in 36 children. That is nearly the equivalent of one child per classroom. As a caregiver myself, there is a more intense mental load to carry.

A local mom talks about how a USF center has helped support her daughter who has autism, and how she is now raising awareness ...

Autism, also known as autism spectrum disorder, is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people communicate, behave ...

Autism Awareness Month highlights the importance of understanding and acceptance of individuals with autism, particularly ...

Mimicking Social Norms: Autistic people can spend a lot of energy trying to act "normal" in social settings. This might ...

What to Know About Autism in Children When Aimee Karpien adopted her son, Henry, at 18 months old, she immediately suspected he had developmental delays and sensory processing challenges. “We quickly ...

Members of the Autism Community Together, or ACT, of Guam, a support group for the more than 500 children on Guam who ... "This ceremony is always so emotional because we showcase what our kids ...

The National Conference is set to challenge the Waqf Amendment Act in the Supreme Court, citing unconstitutional interference in Muslim religious affairs. The move follows disruptions in the J&K ...

Autism in children: There is little awareness surrounding ... cognitive development, and emotional health. They also keep a track of key aspects like sleep, appetite, and overall growth to ensure ...

Mother and 3 Young Children Found Dead at Oregon Home CORNELIUS, Ore. (AP) — A woman and her three young children were found dead Tuesday afternoon at a home in northwestern Oregon, authorities ...