A large international study has found that autism and psychosis may be connected at both symptom and diagnostic levels.

When people hear the word autism, it’s often associated with a specific set of traits. But in reality, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is just that—a spectrum, encompassing a broad range of differences ...

Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the clinical name for the condition most people refer to as autism. Autism is defined as "a complex developmental condition that affects communication, social ...

(Reuters) -Rates of autism spectrum disorder among U.S. children reached a record level in 2022, continuing a recent trend of increasing prevalence, according to data released on Tuesday by the U.S.

Researchers discover that diverse genetic causes of autism converge on shared cell types and temporary maturation delays during early brain development.