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 ...

Studies suggest that parents of children with autism face higher risks of divorce than those of parents with neurotypical children. Source: pixelshot / Canva Pro Raising a child with autism can have a ...

Picky eating is a challenge most parents are familiar with, but for parents of autistic children, severe selective eating can ...

Talk about a high-ly anticipated breakthrough. A new study from the University of São Paulo suggests that cannabidiol (CBD) cannabis extract could help improve behavior and ease common symptoms in ...

Parents of young children with autism play multiple roles in their children’s life. Often they are the first people to recognize a developmental problem, and they must pursue their concern until they ...

There is a moment many parents know well. A child becomes overwhelmed, and everything suddenly escalates. Screaming, crying, ...

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 ...

Gender nonconformity in 7-year-olds may be associated with autistic traits and behavioral difficulties in girls, and with peer relationship problems in boys, according to a new study. Gender ...

MIRAMAR, Fla. — Hurricane season is right around the corner, and one South Florida city is already helping residents prepare -- especially families with autistic children. When there’s a hurricane ...