Autistic disorder. This is what most people think of when they hear the word "autism." It affects social interactions, communication, and play in children younger than 3 years.
For decades, the media stereotyped autistic people as laughable or lost, while autism researchers described us as "less domesticated" than neurotypical people and compared us to apes and robots ...
The Conversation: No, autistic people are not ‘mind blind’ – here’s why
For four decades, a controversial idea has shaped how autism is understood by researchers, healthcare professionals and the public: the claim that autistic people are “mind blind”. The phrase suggests ...
Nature: How do autistic people age — and what does it mean for their health?
How do autistic people age — and what does it mean for their health?
When people say "autism spectrum," most picture a straight line - "a little autistic" on one end, "very autistic" on the other. A new graphic in Yahoo Health replaces that line with something closer ...
Autism spectrum disorder is a condition related to brain development that affects how people see others and socialize with them. This causes problems in communication and getting along with others socially. The condition also includes limited and repeated patterns of behavior.
Developed by and for autistic adults, this guide can help you figure out what comes next. Find local providers and services in your area with the Autism Speaks Resource Guide.
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave. Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, it is described as a “developmental disorder” because symptoms generally appear in the first two years of life.