Mattel has released a new Barbie that is autistic, complete with accessories that some people with the neurodevelopmental ...

There was some backlash to Mattel's newly introduced autistic Barbie. But one doll could never represent an entire community.

When a high-profile entrepreneur blames "too many vaccines" for a rise in autism, the headlines spread faster than the facts. Such a kind of claim doesn't only tap a deep parental fear, but it also ...

In an attempt to help 'more children to see themselves represented in Barbie,' toy creator Mattel Inc. is releasing their ...

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Autistic people are so rarely depicted in media and entertainment, it's no wonder most people don't really understand much ...

Most people take for granted which hand they use to reach for a cup of coffee or a puzzle piece. However, a new study out of ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new data this week showing that 1 in 31 children in the U.S. is autistic. As researchers and physicians, we welcome the growing national ...

The discussions around the alleged link between autism and vaccines are stronger than ever. With contagious diseases, especially measles being reported in the US, the skepticism is doing more harm ...