For decades, autism has been described as a spectrum - an elastic term that stretches from nonverbal children to adults with ...

From the outside, autism can be difficult to understand. The unique sensory world of an autistic person can mean that a joyful event—like a Christmas party—can become nightmare of noise, lights, ...

Parents of autistic children are often told they need to mourn their child. This harmful narrative puts the onus on the child for the systems that fail them and their families.

Toddlers bite to relieve teething pain, out of frustration or sometimes just for amusement. Here's how to nip this habit in ...

Budget shortfalls and nearly $1 trillion in looming federal Medicaid cuts have prompted states to rein in spending on a widely embraced autism therapy, pinching families who depend on the services.

Mintel dives into the food trends of 2026 — where perseverance, playfulness and practical products meet at the grocery aisle ...

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Biting can substitute for “I’m overwhelmed,” “I’m angry,” or even “I’m lost about joining in.” Teething is also likely to make biting impulses more irresistible, especially for a child with intense ...

A powerful profile of Dr. David Fajgenbaum using AI drug repurposing to cure rare diseases and transform medicine.

For people with autism—especially those with intellectual disabilities, or others with extensive support needs—communicating ...

Neurodevelopmental disorders like autism and ADHD often share symptoms, including challenges with social situations, staying ...

A new study in the lab of Jason Stein, Ph.D., modeled brain development in a dish to identify cells and genes that influence ...