There has been a heated controversy about the DSM-5 proposal to redefine autism. Will its dramatic changes in definition result in dramatic changes in who gets diagnosed and will this cause a big ...

Each month, Clinical Advisor makes one new clinical feature available ahead of print. Don’t forget to take the poll. The results will be published in the next month’s issue. The fifth edition of the ...

When people hear the word autism, it’s often associated with a specific set of traits. But in reality, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is just that—a spectrum, encompassing a broad range of differences ...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects approximately 1 in 36 children in the United States, yet many families struggle to navigate the complex path from initial concerns to diagnosis and support. The ...

For many years, autism has been identified as a spectrum with differing levels of ability. New research suggests that the age ...

During an emergency, knowing how to approach and communicate with someone with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is crucial to the safety of both the firefighter and the individual. Being prepared with ...

Memantine, a drug approved for Alzheimer’s disease, was associated with significant improvement in social functioning in some children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) without ...