Small talk or straight talk? Autism communication has its own logic—and embracing difference opens the door to empathy.

A New York City autism charter school is pioneering virtual reality to teach its students vital social skills. The method is showing promising results, according to new research.

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has pledged to reveal steps he says will mitigate rising autism rates later this month, alongside an expected announcement of $50 million in grant awards ...

U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. has pledged to reveal steps he says will mitigate rising autism rates later this ...

Nixon said her daughter was late in starting behavioral therapy after she exhibited signs of autism at 2 to 3 years old.

Some U.S. law professors said they were discouraged on Monday after a nationwide plan to require more hands-on training for ...

Several individuals are confused regarding ADHD and autism. Some believe they are similar or nearly connected. But that is not exactly correct. Both are conditions that influence the way the brain ...

NASHVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — A pilot program in Nash County is making sure school resource officers are ready to work with children of all abilities. Ten SROs received pins Thursday after completing ...

INDIANAPOLIS — A licensed therapist from Pendleton who worked with children with autism has been charged with multiple child sex abuse crimes. Alec Hegge, 31, was charged on Wednesday, July 30 with ...

A therapist who works with children with autism is accused of molesting an infant, Indiana officials said. Getty Images/iStockphoto There may be more victims of an Indiana therapist accused of ...