Researchers discover that diverse genetic causes of autism converge on shared cell types and temporary maturation delays during early brain development.

New brain imaging research suggests autism may include two distinct biological forms potentially improving understanding of ...

The terminology related to autism can be confusing. Hans Asperger, an Austrian psychiatrist and paediatrician, first identified a subset of children of average intelligence or above who otherwise ...

In a major step forward for autism research, diagnostics, and patient care, researchers have found four distinct autism subtypes, which can be differentiated by genetic features. These clinically ...

The genetic heterogeneity of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) presents significant challenges in understanding its pathogenic mechanisms, as the genetic risk involves numerous common variants and rare ...

Autism is thought to affect about one of every 36 American children. New research has shown that it may be possible to diagnose the disorder in some kids with a relatively simple test that assesses ...

Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are characterized by impaired social communication and interactions, as well as constrained and repetitive manifestations of interests and behaviors. Various ...