Meltdown is a word often associated with autism. Many people may think of meltdowns as something that happens exclusively to children—but individuals with autism may well experience meltdowns as ...

I have been going through a chain of autistic meltdowns recently. I have attempted to take time off work and to rest, but my life is an unending labyrinth of stress and responsibility that I cannot ...

Communication is vital to expressing and getting what we want and need, bonding with other people and navigating the world in which we live. But, by definition, autistic people often deal with ...

Steven Bier, M.D., Co-Founder of Popcorn For The People, joins Steve Adubato to talk about how the organization empowers adults with autism through support and employment. Think Tank with Steve ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — April marks World Autism Month, and a local author is offering some advice for people with autism to manage a common issue. The Autistic Burnout Workbook, written by Dr. Megan ...

Adults with autism are more likely to experience recurring health issues that can significantly impact quality of life. Because these conditions often develop gradually or go unnoticed, caregivers and ...

Restricted and repetitive behaviors, along with strong preferences for sameness in both behavior and environment, are noted as hallmark features of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Structured routines ...

Isolation, heartache and devastation are just some of the big emotions felt by Pasadena resident MeiMei Liu when she lost her father to cancer at a young age. For Liu — now 29 — experiencing grief was ...

The Mansfield Police Department and law enforcement partners are about to embark on a project to better deal with autistic drivers. Safety-Service Director Keith Porch talked about the Blue Envelope ...