Yale School of Medicine (YSM) scientists have discovered a molecular difference in the brains of autistic people compared to their neurotypical counterparts.

What does it mean to be autistic? In theory, one would presume the people most qualified to answer that question are those who are autistic. In practice, however, those who are on the spectrum — like ...

If the past year has taught us anything, talking to children about diversity is vital in helping to raise thoughtful, sensitive kids. And those discussions should also expand to include conversations ...

New research identifies four presentations of autism based on genetics, behaviors and the ages when symptoms first appeared.

For years, we've thought of autism as lying on a spectrum, but emerging evidence suggests that it comes in several distinct ...

Do vaccines cause autism? Is it bad parenting? Can autism be cured? Experts bust common autism myths and explain how ...

A new study published in the Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders suggests that the ability to comprehend complex ...

Autism Awareness Month — April — is a time to amplify autistic voices. Since so many people are on the broad spectrum, there are misconceptions about autism. Insider spoke to advocates who shared ...

Autistic adults show reduced availability of a key glutamate receptor, mGlu5, across widespread brain regions.

Trying to cope with tragedy is a difficult task. Even more difficult is helping autistic individuals and others with neurodevelopmental disadvantages to understand and cope with horrific events, like ...