Drowning is the leading cause of death among autistic children who elope, or wander away from their parents or caregivers. So ...

Two children with autism drowned within days of each other in the Tri-State, prompting a swim instructor to call for changes ...

A new study documents how schools might be teaching autistic students that they are the problem and discouraging ...

The device would allow caregivers to create geo-fences and track the location of whoever is wearing the device at all times.

Autism is a spectrum. This metaphor is a helpful way to explain why autism looks and feels so varied across different people. Since 2013 it’s been baked into the name of the diagnosis itself, autism ...

Studies reveal a complex interplay of traits, genes, and brain structure behind the dual diagnosis—raising new questions about how we define and treat both conditions.

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Autistic youth face significantly higher rates of depression, suicidal thoughts and suicide than non-autistic ...

Bill Murray was inspired by his daughter to develop the "BrighterBuddy" app to help build on her communication and social ...

Research shows women often shoulder the caretaking responsibilities and their careers are disrupted by the hours spent navigating services for their kids ...

A study in Nature Mental Health provides evidence that depression, trauma, and loneliness drive suicidal thoughts in older adults with autistic traits. The findings indicate that targeted mental ...

Adam Schwartz is the founder and artistic director of Neurohilarity, a Manitoba-based arts organization that promotes ...

By Lisa Richwine and Sarah Mills LOS ANGELES, March 11 (Reuters) - A powerful scene in the action epic "Gladiator II" had one ...