Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person perceives, ...

Restricted and repetitive behaviors, along with strong preferences for sameness in both behavior and environment, are noted as hallmark features of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Structured routines ...

Imagine having a conversation where every gesture and glance feels like a test. You're juggling eye contact, facial expressions and tone of voice, all while trying to keep up with the words. You might ...

Autistic people are more likely to report suicide-related behaviors and psychological distress irrespective of previous traumatic experiences, according to new research from the University of ...

There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes not from doing too much, but from spending years doing everything slightly wrong. Not because of a lack of effort or intelligence, but because the ...

Some autistic traits related to challenges with social interaction, mental flexibility and visual perception could be alleviated through a new, noninvasive therapy. A team of researchers, including ...

They found it takes autistic adults more time and mental effort to process body language and other nonverbal signals. A smile or shift in tone doesn't always register right away or may have ...