Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterized by differences in how people interact or ...

A recent meta-analysis found that autistic individuals have a higher prevalence of these disorders (e.g., schizophrenia, schizoaffective, delusional), at 4%, than the general population, at 0.46%.[1][ ...

Autism is a spectrum. This metaphor is a helpful way to explain why autism looks and feels so varied across different people.

Here's why the condition affects each person diagnosed with it so differently — plus how anyone with autism can thrive.

A report shows a 73.5% rise in the number of children being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

Although rare, stiff person syndrome spectrum disorders can significantly affect patient quality of life, and current knowledge gaps warrant further research. A recent review provides updates on the ...

Marie-Eve (not her real name) doesn't know what to think anymore. After years of trying to make sense of her intense ...

Fetal alcohol spectrum disorders are caused by a baby’s exposure to alcohol during pregnancy. The resulting conditions may cause physical, developmental, or a mix of both physical and developmental ...