A new study examining nine consecutive birth years in Sweden indicates that the dramatic rise in clinical diagnoses of autism ...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has long been associated with childhood diagnoses, but as new research shows a shift, a Maryland medical expert is sharing insight into symptoms for adults. A recent ...

Experts share symptoms of autism in adults, including social communication challenges, repetitive behaviors, difficulty ...

Medically reviewed by Dakari Quimby, PhDMedically reviewed by Dakari Quimby, PhD Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), often known simply as autism, is a developmental disability in children and adults.

One in 36 children in the United States has autism, according to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) — but many don’t learn they’re on the spectrum until adulthood. Those who grow up ...

Social challenges and unusual behaviors or interests categorize all three conditions. These problems range from mild to severe, as no two people on the autism spectrum are alike. However, Asperger’s ...

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Adults with the milder form of autism known as Asperger syndrome are much more likely to think about and attempt suicide than those in the general population, a new British study suggests. The survey ...

Paula Ong knew she was different. She's smart but she couldn't keep a job. "I'm on my 13th job," Ong said. She had trouble getting along, and people thought she was odd. "They think I'm being rude, ...

Autism symptoms in adults often include social communication difficulties, restricted and repetitive behaviors, and sensory sensitivities. Symptoms can vary widely, from food aversions and sleep ...

(HealthDay News) — Adults with Asperger syndrome are much more likely to think about and attempt suicide than those in the general population, according to a study published online June 25 in The ...