A new study reveals that difficulties in adapting to changes in speech patterns may affect how adolescents with autism understand tone and meaning. Verbal communication isn't just about the words we ...
Heather Florio, a CEO, mother, and wife, was diagnosed with autism at the age of 41. She grew up thinking that there was something wrong with her because she was different. Getting her diagnosis has ...
Many therapists tell me that, with hindsight, they're sure that some of their past clients were autistic. These therapists often feel that they used to have preconceptions about how autistic people ...
When it comes to autism, few questions spark as much debate as how best to support autistic people with the greatest needs.
Experts are reconsidering the idea of autism as a spectrum, which could impact diagnoses and policy making for the condition ...
Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Vittert broke down how his father helped to smooth out some of his social skills, and it turned out to be similar to Scarborough’s ...
World Autism Awareness Day, observed on 2 April, aims to promote understanding and inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition ...
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Advocates for the autism community in Southwest Florida recently returned from a trip to the state capitol, where they pushed for new legislation.
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Autism in our classrooms

The teacher was halfway through explaining a lesson when she suddenly stopped. A piece of chalk slipped from her fingers and clattered to the floor as her eyes fixed on a child sitting in the corner ...
WATERTOWN, Conn. (WTNH) — In honor of Mother’s Day, an upcoming event in Watertown explores the important topic of Autism, Marriage and Motherhood. “We’re looking to invite not only autism moms but ...
The proposed program would allow drivers with autism spectrum disorder to voluntarily carry envelopes identifying their ...