The recent remarks by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. regarding autism and its impact on families have reignited a critical ...

In this "Ask the Professor" feature, we share some of the most common myths and misconceptions about autism and what current research tells us. Autism is now recognized as a form of neurodiversity.

Psychologists, researchers, and advocates in the autism community want to debunk misconceptions about the condition, like the ones below. Misconception No. 1: Autism Is a Disease “Autism is not ...

One reason it's common to be alarmed about increasing autism diagnoses, says Gross, is that societies generally haven't built ...

“In truth, autism is just a neutral fact about us, it’s not necessarily a good or a bad thing,” she says. “It’s just the way our brains are.” Another misconception is that autistic ...

The key word in autism spectrum disorder isn’t ‘autism’, it’s spectrum. Autism isn’t one thing — it’s a wide range of experiences, strengths, and challenges. Some autistic children ...

The world-renowned autism expert shares her thoughts with NBC News after Robert F. Kennedy Jr. delivered controversial ...

2 News is not only championing those who live with autism every day, but also clearing up common misconceptions by speaking with a professor. The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma and Family and ...

If you missed out on World Autism Acceptance Day and Autism Acceptance Week, you still have the rest of April to learn about autism acceptance and how your community can become more inclusive.

PORTLAND, Oregon — Thousands went out to Oaks Amusement Park on Sunday morning for the 23rd Annual Autism Walk, an event aimed at raising awareness for autism spectrum disorder and fostering a ...