Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) was first described in 1943. In the current medical nomenclature, it covers autism, atypical ...

This image released by PBS Kids shows characters from the TV series "Hero Elementary," from left, Lucita Sky, Benny Bubbles, Sara Snap and AJ Gadgets, a superhero who has the ability to make super ...

The biggest culprit: the inclusion of Asperger syndrome in an ‘autism spectrum’ in the DSM 5.

Centre for Down Syndrome, Autism and Sickle Cell Anaemia (Cedossa) and Sikhalo Foundation have emphasised the importance of ...

Qi says the most recent change happened in 2013, when the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Illness, Fifth Edition ...

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) is proud to announce awards from the Eagles Autism Foundation totaling more than $1.3 million over the course of the next two years. The awards will support ...

America’s health care system is a mess. Its incentives are costing the U.S. a fortune, both in cold hard cash and in real ...

According to new figures released by the Department of Education, one in 20 children attending Irish schools have an autism ...

He also revealed that their daughter had suffered bullying at school. “My daughter was bullied by her classmates and was ...

Wonderfully Made Bakery, based out of Peachtree Church in Buckhead, launched in 2024 to foster community among young adults with autism and Down syndrome, giving them a social outlet where they bake ...

Inspired by her son, Oradell baker Kelly Castro is on a mission to offer work opportunities and training to adults with autism and other disabilities.

United South High School celebrates World Down Syndrome Day with a basketball game, promoting inclusion and awareness.