New research identifies four presentations of autism based on genetics, behaviors and the ages when symptoms first appeared.

Early diagnosis of autism is crucial, research shows. A growing number of children in the United States are being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder according to a report released Thursday by the ...

Autism spectrum and epilepsy frequently occur together. Both conditions affect brain function and behaviors. However, researchers do not yet fully understand why the two conditions share such a strong ...

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Although most people most commonly think of autism as a neurological and developmental condition, it is also linked to a range of physical health conditions. The reasons why autism is associated with ...

Eating disorders have a devastating effect on the lives of those affected and are associated with the highest mortality rates of all mental illnesses. While they can affect anyone, there is a higher ...

These estimates are higher than those from federal health officials MONDAY, Dec. 23, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Autism ranks among the top ten health problems for young people under 20. A new study ...