Rocky Road: The Career Paths of People with Autism and their Parents
For parents and adults with ASD finding and maintaining employment can be difficult.
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Autism is a complex condition. Researchers across a wide variety of disciplines, from cell biology to education, are providing insights through their work. The articles listed below discuss what autism researchers are learning with the help of all of the research participants in the autism community.
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Space Invaders: Personal Space and Autism
Most of us don’t think twice about where to stand when talking to another person. We just know what’s right. But for people with autism, this may not be automatic.
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What Causes GI Problems in Autism?
Researchers explore the high rate of gastrointestinal (GI) problems in children with autism.
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Autism in the Teen Years: What to Expect, How to Help
Research into autism in the teen years is in its infancy.
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Daily Living Skills: A Key to Independence for People with Autism
Daily living skills are essential to adulthood. Difficulties with everyday activities such as bathing, cooking, cleaning and handling money could drastically reduce an individual’s chance of achieving independence in adulthood
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When a Psychiatric Crisis Hits: Children with Autism in the Emergency Room
Hospital emergency rooms pose particular problems for children with ASD. Yet, children with ASD are nine times more likely to visit an ER for psychiatric problems than children who don’t have autism.
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Are Girls With Autism Hiding in Plain Sight?
Scientists are making discoveries that challenge common assumptions about autism, girls and gender
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