Research suggests that autistic people have a higher risk for self-harm. Negative and unsupportive environments and challenges with emotional expression and communication may contribute to this ...

A complex developmental condition, the causes behind autism is not clearly defined. But a plethora of misconceptions lead to ...

Spanish researchers from Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) and Parc Taulí University Hospital have developed a mobile application, TEAppAutism, that aims to address the needs of people with autism ...

Many therapists tell me that, with hindsight, they're sure that some of their past clients were autistic. These therapists often feel that they used to have preconceptions about how autistic people ...

As an autistic professional communicator, I believe non-autistic individuals need to listen to and respect the perspectives and experiences of those on the autism spectrum. Autism spectrum disorder ...

New research has revealed that people with similar levels of autistic traits are more attracted to each other, and their brains synchronize in unique ways during passive and active communication. The ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. The Covid-19 pandemic unexpectedly ushered in a sense of calm worldwide, providing a ...

"Autism Amplified: Acceptance through Communication" is designed to inform and raise awareness about autism, featuring insights from autistic individuals and experts exploring what autism acceptance ...