Experts share symptoms of autism in adults, including social communication challenges, repetitive behaviors, difficulty ...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has long been associated with childhood diagnoses, but as new research shows a shift, a Maryland medical expert is sharing insight into symptoms for adults. A recent ...

One in 36 children in the United States has autism, according to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) — but many don’t learn they’re on the spectrum until adulthood. Those who grow up ...

Autism symptoms in adults often include social communication difficulties, restricted and repetitive behaviors, and sensory sensitivities. Symptoms can vary widely, from food aversions and sleep ...

Social challenges and unusual behaviors or interests categorize all three conditions. These problems range from mild to severe, as no two people on the autism spectrum are alike. However, Asperger’s ...

More research is needed to formulate clinical practice guidelines for practitioners in community mental health clinics who ...

Adults with the milder form of autism known as Asperger syndrome are much more likely to think about and attempt suicide than those in the general population, a new British study suggests. The survey ...

Amanda Alonzo’s son was about 2 years old when he underwent an autism assessment. During the process, doctors peppered Alonzo with queries about behaviors of her son’s that were associated with autism ...

Paula Ong knew she was different. She's smart but she couldn't keep a job. "I'm on my 13th job," Ong said. She had trouble getting along, and people thought she was odd. "They think I'm being rude, ...

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(HealthDay News) — Adults with Asperger syndrome are much more likely to think about and attempt suicide than those in the general population, according to a study published online June 25 in The ...