Mild autistic traits such as rigidity and communication difficulties are associated with higher everyday stress, new UK research shows.
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Philippine Mothers of Children with Autism Report Isolation, Faith Strain, and Scarce Therapy
Philippine mothers of children with autism turn to faith while facing isolation and scarce affordable services.
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Mothers of Autistic Children Left Feeling Invisible as They Struggle to Find Support for Themselves
Mothers of autistic children often neglect their own well-being, and new research says support systems must reach out first.
Screening questionnaires help adults recognise lifelong patterns and decide whether to seek professional assessment without confirming a diagnosis.
A new theory blends Jungian psychology with network science, proposing measurable, neurodiversity-friendly approaches to mental health treatment.
Maryland families can use insurance and financial aid to afford ABA therapy for autism despite varying costs.
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Autistic Teenagers Less Likely to Exercise and More Likely to Be Sedentary, Study Finds
Autistic adolescents fall short of physical activity guidelines, with sex, income, and family size all playing a role.
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Australian Teachers’ Confidence in Autism Inclusion Can Now Be Measured More Accurately, Study Finds
A redesigned autism teacher confidence scale shows strong reliability and offers schools a practical tool for improving inclusive education.
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Children with Fragile X Syndrome Show Distinct Social Cognition Difficulties Compared to Peers with Autism
New research finds children with fragile X syndrome face distinct social cognition challenges beyond those seen in autism.
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Brain Scans Reveal Distinct Differences Between High- and Low-Functioning Autism in Young Children
Brain scans reveal distinct neural patterns in high- and low-functioning autism in young children, with implications for diagnosis and treatment.
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Autism and Borderline Personality Disorder Are More Different Than Previously Thought, Study Finds
A new study finds autism and borderline personality disorder are more clinically distinct than expected, particularly in women.
Autistic people can overcome persistent loneliness through low pressure environments shared interests and community support to build meaningful connections.
A new review finds autism services research in the US overlooks key groups and broader social factors shaping access to care.
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Early Detection in ADHD and Autism: Why “Wait and See” Costs Children More Than We Realise
by Bita Ghatanby Bita GhatanDelayed support for neurodevelopmental differences carries real costs, and early intervention through applied behaviour analysis changes long-term outcomes.
Selecting the best ABA therapy in Utah helps parents support their child with autism by building skills and confidence through personalised gentle steps.