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 chemicals before birth may be...
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 be in their children. The...
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 let them out. It’s not...
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 are just to fit in....