Activities and topics that really excite kids with autism may help them in social interactions, future employment, and educational opportunities.

New research suggests cats could be a good fit for children with autism and their families.

Scientists applied the “Perturb-Seq” method to study dozens of genes that are associated with autism spectrum disorder, identifying how specific cell types in the developing mouse brain are impacted by mutations.

Many people object to the added ingredients in vaccines. But pharmacists explain why those fears are unwarranted.

Patterns of doctor and ER visits during a baby's first year may indicate a future diagnosis of autism and/or ADHD, say researchers.

When in-person training is impossible, like during the pandemic, parents of kids with autism can get information via telehealth, researchers say.

Autistic individuals are more likely to have chronic physical health conditions, particularly heart, lung, and diabetic conditions, according to a new study by

Transgender and gender-diverse adults are three to six times more likely as cisgender adults (individuals whose gender identity corresponds to their sex

"Climate change has worsened respiratory allergic disease and has altered the immune system's tolerance in responding to toxins," says Xue Ming.

New analysis could help uncover potential drug targets for attention deficits and sensory hypersensitivity.