Research suggests that autistic people have a higher risk for self-harm. Negative and unsupportive environments and challenges with emotional expression and communication may contribute to this ...

With 1 in 31 children now identified with autism, Kind BH is helping NC families navigate diagnosis, access care, and ...

This response is in reference to the 64-year-old grandmother taking care of twin boys and a 2-year-old grandson who has ...

My daughter was diagnosed with autism at 3 years old. I knew in that moment the life I planned for her would be forever altered. If you have a child with any disability, you know what I mean. All your ...

Popular communication methods for nonspeaking autistic people have ignited a fierce debate over what counts as evidence of ...

Stimming—short for "self-stimulatory behavior"—is a form of self-soothing commonly seen in autistic people. It can involve repetitive movements, sounds, or actions and is commonly regarded in medical ...

An Alpharetta behavior technician faces child cruelty and battery charges after allegedly leaving scratches and bruises on an ...

Discovering that your child has autism can change your life tremendously. Notwithstanding your deep love for your child, parents can experience feelings of grief, anger, fear, and stress. Parents may ...

Kids with autism can be 160 times more likely than other children to drown. Florida is dedicating state money to a program ...

Centria Autism in Farmington Hills, a leading national provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, has opened a new ...