Autistic women say smear tests can leave them feeling distressed and dismissed, with some avoiding them altogether.

Children on the autistic spectrum generally struggle to communicate with other children of a similar age. They might prefer to spend time alone, in their bedrooms, on their devices or pursuing ...

Autistic people are more likely to suffer anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Why is it hard for them to get help? by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert, Northeastern University edited by Owen Ferguson, ...

Most autistic people support genetic research but fear how the findings might be used. Their concerns are becoming harder to ...

A new, free, online support package aims to empower parents of young autistic children to look after their dental health—and reduce levels of tooth decay and surgery. It follows a study led by the ...

May 9, 2025 at 4:45 p.m. EDTJust now Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. Programs to support autistic people ...

If a mental health or psych diagnosis feels wrong, there may be a reason: 5 common autism misdiagnoses, why they happen, and ...

Autism 360 is announcing the launch of their AI-driven digital therapeutic solution into the United States with a new office opening in Orange County, California. The app was developed to give ...

About 1 out of every 100 students in American public schools has autism. A subset of these students also have academic gifts and talents in a broad range of areas, including math, science, technology, ...

A recent study found that the degree to which a person possesses autistic traits is linked to how their brain processes ...

Research suggests that autistic people have a higher risk for self-harm. Negative and unsupportive environments and challenges with emotional expression and communication may contribute to this ...

What started with one woman's mission to help her autistic son is now changing lives across the community.