Many people on the spectrum take multiple medications — which can lead to serious side effects and may not even be effective. In general, polypharmacy — most often defined as taking more than one prescription medication at once — is commonplace in people with autism....
Autism spectrum disorder is four times more common in boys, which may help explain why there’s far less research about autism in girls. New research has shed light on how autism-spectrum disorder manifests in the brains of girls, The researchers discovered that...
One of the more common and distressing co-occurring mental health issues in people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is anxiety. Anxiety disorders are present in at least 50% of people with ASD, and some estimates go as high as 80%. The relationship between anxiety...
Autism can be challenging to detect, especially in very young children. Research has shown early diagnosis and treatment interventions can lead to better long-term outcomes for autistic people. Because of this, the scientific community is working toward...
Awareness of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in adults has grown dramatically in recent years, which reflects both an increase in diagnoses and in the public’s understanding that, even late in life, a diagnosis can offer major benefits and relief. Learn more about the...
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