SUNNYVALE -- On Halloween night, kids of all ages will be hitting the streets, looking for thrills, chills and, of course, a lot of candy. But, for children with autism, all the excitement can be too ...

ST. CHARLES, Mo. – Autism, also called autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a group of conditions that are characterized by issues with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal ...

Cannabidiol might be able to help treat kids with autism The non-intoxicating cannabis extract improved social responsiveness and reduced anxiety and disruptive behavior It also appeared to improve ...

Chrysler has unveiled a new package that is designed to help “those with autism feel calm, safe and comfortable” while traveling. The brand said it has partnered with the Autism Society of America in ...

A small room -- only 19 by 11 feet-- is drawing new families to Dollywood, many of which never thought they would be able to go. The park is the first in the world to open a calming room specifically ...

The traditional school environment is often a storm of sensory input that can overwhelm a student on the autism spectrum before the first lesson even begins. Fluorescent lighting, echoing hallways, ...

The Chrysler Pacifica will soon be living up to its name in a new way. Chrysler has teamed up with the Autism Society of America to develop a package of accessories that creates a "calm cabin" in the ...

We feel more anxious when facing uncertain or unpredictable situations, but for those who score higher on autistic traits, this anxiety tends to be stronger. Published in Scientific Reports, a new ...

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Meet artists, teachers & others living on the spectrum. An estimated 1 in 58 North Carolinians live on the Autism Spectrum. During Autism Acceptance Month, join us as ...