Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the clinical name for the condition most people refer to as autism. Autism is defined as "a complex developmental condition that affects communication, social ...

What are the early signs of autism? Early signs include delayed speech; limited eye contact; and restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interests, or activities. Is autism genetic? Studies ...

Level 1 autism requires minimal support and includes challenges in communication and social skills. Level 2 autism needs more substantial support due to significant difficulties with social skills and ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering approval of the drug leucovorin to treat children with cerebral folate deficiency and symptoms of autism. Kevin Pelphrey is the Harrison-Wood ...

Getting a timely diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder is a major challenge, but new research shows that how young adults, and potentially children, grasp objects could offer a simpler way to diagnose ...