Service dogs have been found to be of great help to autistic children, promoting social interaction and enhancing safety.

In recent years, children under the age of two have been exposed to digital devices like tablets, smartphones, and television more than ever before. Alongside this trend, the rate of diagnoses of ADHD ...

New research suggests that the various reports -- of both over- and under-connectivity -- may, in fact, reflect a deeper principle of brain function. The study shows that the brains of individuals ...

Researchers have been keen to establish whether you can reduce the effects of autism on a child’s development if you intervene early enough. A new study with autistic babies claims that you can.

Autism has no cure at present. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex disorder with various manifestations. The aim of treatment is to lessen associated difficulties and deficits and to improve ...

Up to 40% of youth with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) also suffer from anxiety, and this comorbidity is linked with significant functional impairment. However, the mechanisms of this overlap are ...