Autism

June 18, 2021

Global prevalence of autism spectrum disorder is 1% to 2%, but little research has been done in non-White populations. An investigation offers some much-needed insight.

June 02, 2021

The US Food and Drug Administration has given marketing authorization to Cognoa, Inc. for their device to aid in the diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

May 21, 2021

A study examines if promoting positive behaviors including masking leads to improved face covering in children with autism spectrum disorder and/or attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.

May 04, 2021

Is there value in predictive testing for autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? A study examines the ethics.

May 02, 2021

The pandemic has drastically changed the lives of children, but children with autism spectrum disorder in particular lost the routines that made life easier to handle. A study presented at the virtual 2021 Pediatric Academic Societies meeting offers insight.

January 19, 2021

A recent investigation examines if people with autism spectrum disorder may be at greater risk of both death by suicide and suicide attempts.

January 13, 2021

An investigation examines whether children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are at increased risk of substance use disorder.

January 06, 2021

Pica can be a life-threatening condition. An investigation examines whether children with autism spectrum disorder and other developmental disorders are at greater risk of having it.

November 10, 2020

What to consider when keeping children with autism spectrum disorder safe from getting lost.

October 22, 2020

More than 1 condition can have an impact on health outcomes. A new investigation examines how multimorbidity can impact educational outcomes.