Routine and structure are often essential in the lives of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, those key elements were upended in most ...

Individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities are at higher risk of self-injury, aggression and other severe behaviors, but families are often unable to access effective treatments. A ...

For the second year, Holly Blanc Moses, a Raleigh psychologist, board certified behavior analyst and owner of Crossvine Clinical Group, is hosting her Wired Differently Summit, aimed at providing ...

Pathological demand avoidance (PDA) involves powerful emotions and behaviors that are difficult to manage. A study sheds ...

LittleStar mom Tiffany Kendall has three kids. Her two boys both have autism. She's seen firsthand how autism doesn't always ...

Two new studies from the UC Davis MIND Institute examined regulatory T cells (Tregs) and their potential role in ...

Mr. and Mrs. Johnson walked into my office with hope and hesitation, settling on the couch for an initial assessment of their six-year-old son, Timmy. While they were both incredibly kind and gracious ...

Approximately 1 in 31 children has a diagnosis of autism. All are individuals and a one-size-fits-all plan is not feasible, ...

Level 1 autism requires minimal support and includes challenges in communication and social skills. Level 2 autism needs more substantial support due to significant difficulties with social skills and ...

The Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised (ADI-R) is one of the most widely used and thoroughly researched caregiver interview ...

Girls with autism often use masking to appear more socially acceptable. Sensory sensitivities in girls with autism can lead to extreme reactions like meltdowns. Special interests in girls with autism ...