But schools can—and do—use broader criteria for eligibility for special education eligibility categories such as autism than are required in clinical practice. School districts are simply trying to ...

Autism diagnosis in children often can be completed by age 2. It is based on traits and milestones that are evaluated during routine early childhood screenings recommended by the American Academy of ...

Recently, I had the privilege of speaking with a group of courageous mothers raising children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). As someone deeply committed to mental health, I am often invited into ...

As a parent, it’s natural to wonder if your child is developing typically. Autism can look very different from one child to another, so knowing the early signs matters. If these 12 experiences are ...