April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects one in 36 children. That is nearly the equivalent of one child per classroom. This number has risen in recent years with ...

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people.

Ryan Omondi Nyakako went missing while playing outside his parents' home at Skyridge Apartments in Kinoo. The 12-year-old autistic boy, who is slightly verbal, was last seen on March 30 at around 6 pm ...

What’s the link between autism and food refusal? What is ARFID? What is pica? How can I help my autistic child enjoy food and family mealtimes? 7 tips for helping your child to feel more relaxed about ...

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Adult children cutting ties with parents is not a new phenomenon. A 2020 study found that 10% of Americans were estranged from a parent or child (Pillemar, 2020). This situation may be even more ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Alison Escalante M.D. covers neurodiversity, pediatrics and parenting. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will add an ...