Neurodiversity advocates have long argued that autistic brains are differently wired. Now, new evidence shows they are right. Researchers have found atypical numbers of brain cells in two key areas of ...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition that affects the ability to interact and communicate. It may have symptoms that are similar to those seen in some brain injuries. Autism spectrum disorder ...

As a mom who's waded through endless neurodivergent and autism theories, I've learned to approach new research with a healthy dose of skepticism. But this gut-brain connection autism research from USC ...

Yale School of Medicine (YSM) scientists have discovered a molecular difference in the brains of autistic people compared to their neurotypical counterparts. Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition ...

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a neurodevelopmental condition, is often associated with difficulties in social communication and repetitive behavior. Previous research reveals that people with ASD ...

Language can prove a bugaboo for children with autism. Now new research finds that it’s possible to use toddlers’ brain responses to words to predict their linguistic and cognitive skills down the ...

Firestein’s interest in autism research began long before she entered a laboratory. Raised in New York, she attended ...

HOUSTON — Dr. Robert Melillo has spent over 30 years helping children overcome learning disabilities. He joined us to share his groundbreaking work and unique insights into the autistic brain, as well ...