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 ...

ASD affects 1 in 44 children in the US. Here's what you need to know to best support the community and create awareness Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals ...

April marks Autism Acceptance Month with World Autism Day occurring on April 2 every year. The month is meant to be a time for uplifting autistic voices and sharing in the community's joy. But for ...

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Is it a single condition? Is it many conditions with similar symptoms? We are slowly beginning to understand that while there may be differences between children with ASD, this condition represents ...

Awareness around autism spectrum disorder is growing around the world, and scientists are learning more about it every day. According to a 2022 study published in Autism Research, about 100 in 10,000 ...

The rapidly increasing prevalence of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) makes finding out what causes ASD even more vital. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), ASD now ...