Mother Bridget Wood tells us why she decided not to give in, but to fight to help her daughter and other young autistic ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Autistic youth are more likely to struggle with suicidal thoughts and mental health conditions than non-autistic ...

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people. Think about a trip to your local cafe. You might have patrons crammed into small spaces, ...

An autistic meltdown is an intense reaction to sensory or emotional overload in autistic people. When an autistic person becomes overstimulated or unable to cope with their environment, they may ...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Autistic youth face significantly higher rates of depression, suicidal thoughts and suicide than non-autistic ...

Imagine having a conversation where every gesture and glance feels like a test. You're juggling eye contact, facial expressions and tone of voice, all while trying to keep up with the words. You might ...

When I began working with autistic adults, there was only one book I could find on the topic. It held a very narrow perspective on what autistic adults needed. Over the last 10 years, autism advocates ...

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s agenda has won praise from some whose loved ones have severe complications from autism. But others say his rhetoric fails to accurately portray people on the ...