Tag: autism

Scientists wonder if behaviors many see as signs of autism are just signs of being a boy. An interesting scientific question.

Autism diagnoses have increased, but some research suggests it's just a change in the way ASD is diagnosed. Big risk of drowning also noted.

Violent video games might lead to antisocial behavior, but they have an appeal. Can we harness that appeal to develop helpful tools?

Research finds with social peer network interventions, even around non-ASD students, children with autism can develop communication & other social skills.

We review a documentary that will air on PBS in September about a 20-year veteran special educator who works with autistic adults, even after they age out of the school system.