When parents are concerned about their child's development, they often seek an assessment to address concerns and identify ...

A new strengths checklist aims to help parents, carers and clinicians more easily identify a child’s skills, talents and ...

Focusing on a child’s strengths can have a powerful impact on children and parents, researchers say. Photo / 123rf When parents are concerned about their child’s development, they often seek an ...

The DSM's approach to childhood psychiatric diagnoses lacks theory, structure, and balance. A new model must include ...

With diagnoses at a record high, some experts have begun to question our assumptions about the condition — and how to treat ...

Autism is often missed in girls, as its signs differ significantly from the classic symptoms typically seen in boys.

Cannabidiol extract may ease autism-related challenges in kids and teens, improving social responsiveness and behavior, results of a new meta-analysis suggest.

Risky driving by parents and other motorists who do the school run is putting children in danger, according to a new study.

For many autistic children, the world can feel extra loud, bright or overwhelming. "Sensory sensitivities are a common trait, ...

Risky driving by parents and other motorists who do the school run is putting children in danger, according to a study ...

Prevent diabetes in the womb for a healthy future - insights from leading diabetologists on early intervention strategies.