When it comes to disorders, diseases and other medical and social problems, many eventually find themselves in the spotlight at one time or another as a cause du jour. Right now, autism is one of ...

Donning one of her favorite unicorn-themed nightgowns and perched comfortably in an extra large beanbag chair, Alyssa Tracy watches videos on her tablet. It’s a quiet, early April morning at the ...

Bethesda, Maryland - A top US health official on Tuesday backed away from a promise made by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to reveal the cause of autism by September. Jay Bhattacharya, ...

The beta blocker propranolol may help teenagers and young adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) improve their social interaction and problem-solving skills, new research suggests. The ...

The signs of autism People with autism spectrum disorders may have problems with social, emotional and communication skills. They might repeat certain behaviors and might not want change in their ...

Imagine Jo: Everyone in Jo's life recognizes her as an outstanding problem solver. She's the type of person who seems capable of almost anything. Jo excels at intuitive problem-solving. Over her life, ...