Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental complication of a neurodegenerative nature associated with difficulties in interacting, communicating, and behavior. Although there is no accurate ...

For individuals with autism and related intellectual and developmental disabilities, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) provides evidence-based tools to navigate their education, engage with their peers, ...

Although there is no cure for autism, various interventions diminish the symptoms, sometimes profoundly. Since both social and communication differences are part of the diagnosis, behavioral and ...

More than a quarter of children with autism spectrum disorder are also diagnosed with disruptive behavior disorders. Now researchers have identified a possible biological cause: a key mechanism that ...

Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to treat a variety of conditions including autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The talking therapy can help patients manage their problems by helping them recognize ...

A team of researchers has discovered a new connection between a genetic alteration and social difficulties related to autism: A mutation in the neuroligin-3 gene reduces the effect of the hormone ...