New research shows autism rates in women may match men by adulthood, revealing diagnostic bias and the urgent need to update ...

While this condition has historically been thought to affect men and boys more often, new research shows otherwise.

Boys are more likely to be diagnosed as autistic as children—but by adulthood, that trend changes, according to a new study ...

"Parents can't always be there to save their kids," said Leslie Williams, president of the Empath for Autism Foundation ...

Autism has long been thought of as a condition that mostly affects boys, but a massive study from Sweden suggests that idea may be misleading. Tracking nearly 3 million people over decades, ...

An 11-year-old girl with autism was rescued from the edge of an icy creek in Cincinnati, thanks to the swift actions of first responders, underscoring the dangers water poses to children with autism ...

35-Year Study Shows How Condition Has Been Systematically Missed In Females In A Nutshell Autism diagnosis rates increased ...

Swedish research raises questions about why girls are diagnosed later ...

Diagnosis rates between the sexes may be more equal than previously thought Autism has long been regarded as a condition that ...

Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are typically characterized by impairments in social interaction, communication, as well as restricted or repetitive behaviors and interests. Repetitive and restricted ...

Many more boys are diagnosed with autism every year than girls. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the disorder is 4.5 times more common among boys than girls. Boys appear to ...

A 10-year-old girl with special needs has touched the world with her powerful rendition of "Hallelujah." Kaylee Rodgers, who has autism and ADHD, stood in front of the members of the Killard House ...