Joe Hunter has worn many hats in his life. He worked for years as a fire captain in Sacramento, running into burning buildings to save people. Then he became known across America as an affable competitor on the TV...
Scientists at UC Davis are studying why some children develop autism, and their findings suggest that the type of work parents do before and during pregnancy may play a role. This doesn’t mean parents are at fault. Instead, it...
Autism research has been underway for a few decades. What scientists have learned is that both genetics and environmental factors can play a role. A recent study adds to this understanding by examining whether parents’ exposure to certain workplace...
Researchers at UC Davis have found some new information about autism that could help families understand possible risks. The study shows there may be a link between the kind of work parents do and how severe autism symptoms can...
Sometimes, when someone is overwhelmed or can’t find the words to explain what they’re feeling, they might end up hurting themselves. This happens in the autistic community too, especially when emotions build up and there’s no clear way to...
For many autistic adults, especially those diagnosed later in life, the biggest challenge isn’t the diagnosis—it’s the years spent pretending. Decades of trying to appear “normal,” of rehearsing conversations in their heads, mimicking social cues, and hiding who they...
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize and celebrate people with disabilities, not just for their challenges, but for their strength, creativity, and uniqueness. A Teen-Led Music Class That Welcomes Everyone A group of teens in California...
The Fourth of July can be a sensory minefield for kids with autism. Fireworks, crowds, loud music, unfamiliar routines all of it stacked into one day. While some families view it as an opportunity to gather and celebrate, others...
When Lindsay got the letter from her son’s school, she felt her heart sink. Her son Nash, who’s in third grade and on the autism spectrum, was being told not to come to class—at least not until a new...
This year, Trump and RFK Jr. are both talking about autism, just not in ways that feel very helpful. While politics churns out conspiracies and blame, researchers in Japan are doing something quieter—and far more practical. At the University...
