A diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, involves one of three levels. Standards for the three types of ASD are listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, ...

When Marc and Cristina Easton’s son was diagnosed with autism at 20 months, the Baltimore couple left the doctor’s appointment in confusion. Their toddler – who was very soc ...

In a major step forward for autism research, diagnostics, and patient care, researchers have found four distinct autism subtypes, which can be differentiated by genetic features. These clinically ...

Researchers at Princeton University and the Simons Foundation have identified four clinically and biologically distinct subtypes of autism, marking a transformative step in understanding the condition ...

Background Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by impairments in social ...