Whenever a new autism prevalence study is reported by the US Centers for Disease Control, autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are said to be on the rise—as of now, 1:59 (or 1.7 percent) of school-aged ...
Aimee Grant receives funding from the Wellcome Trust and UKRI. The phrases “autism spectrum” or “on the spectrum” have become part of everyday language. They are often used as different ways of ...
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...
Level 1 autism requires minimal support and includes challenges in communication and social skills. Level 2 autism needs more substantial support due to significant difficulties with social skills and ...
SWANSEA, Wales: The phrases “autism spectrum” or “on the spectrum” have become part of everyday language. They are often used as different ways of referring to someone who is “neurodivergent”. The ...
Around one in 36 US children are known to have Autism Spectrum Disorder. Yet autistic individuals are portrayed in the media, outside of a handful of shows, as strange savants: gifted in a small set ...