autism spectrum disorder

Al-Bared, a mechanical engineering graduate, was arrested during a raid at his Coventry home.

Recognising this growing concern, the Ministry of Health, Labor, and Welfare of Japan has made amendments to the DD Support Law.

Cognitive training is a method designed to enhance the brain’s capabilities, making it adept at memory retention, attention to detail, and problem-solving.

One of the most common methods of treatment for ASD today is ABA therapy. But what exactly is this mode of therapy and how can it help?

Flat affect, characterised by reduced emotional expression, can be a puzzling phenomenon, especially when observed in individuals with autism spectrum disorder.

There is this picture – you may have seen it. It is black and white and has two silhouettes facing one another.

Documented cases of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the New York–New Jersey metro region increased by as much as 500% between 2000 and 2016.

Closer examination of the nerve tissue revealed abnormal supportive cells called glia, ageing-like degeneration and inflammation.

Autism spectrum disorder has been linked to hundreds of risk genes that could play a role in disease development.

A common feature of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is reduced eye contact with others in natural conditions.

Through semi-structured observations, specially trained evaluators assess children’s communication skills, social interaction, and imaginative use of materials.

‘Autism’ covers such a wide range of behaviours that any one definition seems utterly meaningless – some kind of working definition is necessary.

Within the EU alone, about three million people are affected by an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Some are only mildly affected and can live independent lives.

Gergana Agrigova is the founder of London Music Box, an award-winning music tuition school for mainstream students on those on the autism spectrum.

Tragically, there are numerous individuals with ASD, or undiagnosed ASD, who go undetected throughout the whole criminal justice process.