New federal guidelines on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) say more evidence is needed to support routine screening of infants and toddlers who haven’t exhibited symptoms. The U.S. Preventive Services ...

In a new study, researchers say there is "not enough sound evidence to support the implementation of a routine population-based screening program for autism." Contrary to the researchers' findings, ...

Flow chart of ASD identification framework. (A) The pre-processed DTI FA map. (B) Reconstructed whole-brain streamline fibers. (C) Young children's brain atlas. (D) Structural connection matrix for ...

(via Be Smart) Is autism really on the rise—or are we just recognizing it more? This video breaks down what ASD is, explores real vs rumored causes, and examines how science separates fact from ...

LONDON ― Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may have more rapidly growing brains and bodies at the beginning of the second trimester than children without the disorder, new research suggests ...

A routine prenatal ultrasound in the second trimester can identify early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), a new study has found. A routine prenatal ultrasound in the second trimester can ...