It is difficult to predict whether newborns will develop autism, but autism can occur alongside congenital heart disease, which is identifiable at birth. Scientists from University of California ...

Many autistic girls are misdiagnosed or overlooked entirely, missing out on critical support and understanding. Here's why.

A Vanderbilt program that supports education for students with autism, the Frist Center for Autism and Innovation, is set to lose funding after an executive order cut federal funding for DEI programs.

As the number of children and adults being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) surges, what's needed are evidence-based practices that treat the root of the issue: human engagement ...

Christmastime can become overwhelming for families with autistic children, so Santa paid a special visit to kids at The Autism Project in Johnston.

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There is no evidence that vaccines can cause autism. However, some are hesitant or even opposed to getting their children vaccinated.

A research project led entirely by autistic people aims to change the way autism research is conducted.

Likewise, despite the progress that has come from a shift towards a social model of disability, funding for research into autism still tends to be given to non-autistic researchers .

Wauconda Police Chief David Wermes, second from right, stands with officers displaying the special blue Autism Awareness Month badges to be worn throughout April.