U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently declared autism a national “epidemic,” calling it a “preventable disease” that is growing at an “alarming rate.” He went on ...

Autism, a complex and diverse spectrum, manifests uniquely in every person it touches. It's a condition that challenges conventional understanding and often goes unnoticed, especially among some of ...

Autistic Pride Day is an annual celebration for autistic individuals. This day acknowledges the significance of pride for autistic people and its impact on fostering positive societal changes.

Autistic people are more likely to report suicide-related behaviors and psychological distress irrespective of previous traumatic experiences, according to new research from the University of ...

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Bradley J. Irish, Arizona State University (THE CONVERSATION) U.S. Secretary of Health ...