March is recognized as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, a time to promote understanding, acceptance, and support for individuals with developmental differences. This month provides ...

While there is no cure for autism, various support options are available to help autistic people manage challenges and improve their quality of life. Support for autistic children includes ...

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 ...

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Autistic traits refer to cognitive and behavioral characteristics seen in the general population that resemble those of autism but are less severe. Higher levels of autistic traits may be related to ...

Approach-withdrawal behavior patterns, specifically dysregulated negative affect and resistance to routine, were central to the development of co-occurring psychiatric symptoms in children with autism ...

Stimming—short for "self-stimulatory behavior"—is a form of self-soothing commonly seen in autistic people. It can involve repetitive movements, sounds, or actions and is commonly regarded in medical ...

Introduction Autistic children can experience elevated levels of emotional and behavioural problems, which adversely impact their psychosocial functioning. Positive parenting behaviours can ...

“Does he have autism?” Robert’s mother asked anxiously. I’m a behavioral/developmental pediatrician working in a front-line private practice for the last 45 years in a Bay Area suburb. The family had ...