The redefinition of autism in DSM5 has already caused a great deal of controversy. In fact, I’d venture to say it’s helped make this latest DSM revision the most contentious and disputed ever. Now ...

New Jersey residents on the autism spectrum can soon apply for a designation on their driver's license or ID to help them with interactions with police. The notation will appear as the number 5 in the ...

A DGIST research team identified that the mutation of the collybistin protein found in autistic patients weakens the brain's inhibitory synaptic function and leads to communication deficiencies. The ...

A new study suggests autistic individuals may face a higher risk of psychosis, highlighting the importance of early mental ...