Despite public confusion, science has made meaningful progress in understanding autism. One of the most consistent findings ...

New research has suggested that a virus that has typically been thought of as common and harmless may actually be associnrwd with an in creased risk of Par | Cell And Molecular Biology ...

The discovery of four different subtypes of autism is a major step toward understanding the condition’s genetic underpinnings ...

Autism spectrum disorder is tied to an increased risk for Parkinson disease, even after adjusting for depression and antipsychotic/antidepressant use.

Decades of research show that autism is not caused by vaccines or parenting styles. Instead, most causes take place before ...

Researchers at Princeton University and the Simons Foundation have identified four clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism, marking a transformative step in understanding the condition ...

Autism has at least four subtypes, an analysis of more than 5,000 children’s genes, traits and developmental trajectories has ...

“I have not seen a causal link between vaccines and autism,” Susan Monarez, says at her confirmation hearing to lead the CDC.

Autism spectrum disorders are complex neurodevelopmental conditions affecting about 1 in 100 children worldwide. Early diagnosis would allow timely intervention to improve the development and ...

While preterm or early-term birth did not modify Parkinosn's risk, depression and antidepressant use were linked to a higher risk of Parkinson's independent of autism diagnosis. Meanwhile, exposure to ...

A new study found that autism was associated with increased risk of Parkinson's disease, even after adjusting for depression or antidepressant use and antipsychotic exposure.

A new study of more than 2,500 children under 5 found little difference in autism symptoms between boys and girls.