New research has uncovered a genetic connection between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1), a ...

Scientists from The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and the University of Las Vegas, Nevada (UNLV) have uncovered a ...

Scientists from The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and University of Las Vegas Nevada (UNLV) have uncovered a genetic link between autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and a rare genetic condition ...

Here's why the condition affects each person diagnosed with it so differently — plus how anyone with autism can thrive.

Researchers suggest discovery of genetic link between ASD and DM1 opens up potential new therapeutic avenues for ASD.

Colloquially known as autism, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) refers to a group of developmental disorders. These conditions can affect the way people behave, socialize, and communicate with others.

Just as each child with autism presents unique characteristics, their parents face a wide spectrum of emotions and ...

An estimated one in 31 8-year-olds was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in 2022, according to the report. To compare, one in 36 was diagnosed with ASD in 2020, the report found.