Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, is the clinical name for the condition most people refer to as autism. Autism is defined as "a complex developmental condition that affects communication, social ...

Backers claim the tests can predict a child’s risk of autism using a strand of hair or a mother’s blood, but critics say they are not ready for the market.

ATLANTA ― The use of insulinlike growth factor–1 (IGF-1) significantly improves symptoms of social withdrawal and repetitive behaviors in children with Phelan-McDermid syndrome (PMS), a genetic cause ...

Pervasive developmental disorders (PDD) — now known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD) — refers to a group of conditions that affect average development. It may appear as a delay in development of ...

As private equity continues investing in services for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), private equity entry is linked to the prevalence of ASD.

After controlling for familial factors, acid-suppressive medications in pregnancy showed no association with risk for ...

ASD affects 1 in 44 children in the US. Here's what you need to know to best support the community and create awareness Nasha is a Managing Editor for CNET, overseeing our sleep and wellness verticals ...

AUTISM and ADHD are neurodevelopmental conditions that affect people’s communication, attention and behaviour. But scientists ...

Astrogen Inc., a South Korean clinical-stage pharmaceutical company, said Wednesday it has signed a US$208.5 million deal ...

January is National Mentoring Month which serves as a reminder of the power of guidance and support in shaping careers and ...