An autism expert sparks fierce debate over whether the spectrum has grown too broad, leading to misdiagnosis in children and ...

GATES, N.Y. – Saturday morning, the Gates Public Library hosted Campaign D, a nonprofit founded by people on the autism spectrum. The event featured a panel of autistic people who each picked five ...

"High-functioning autism" (HFA) is a term used to describe people with a certain level of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). They have milder symptoms and fewer challenges than those with more severe ...

Five Signs and Symptoms of High-Functioning Autism in Adults 1. High Sensitivity and Emotional Intensity Whether or not you have been diagnosed with autism, if you have "high-functioning autism," you ...

Diagnoses of autism and other neurodivergence are rising. Jessica Eccles and Elizabeth Weir say that the trend is real—and ...

February 18, 2010 — Inhaling the hormone oxytocin appears to improve social interactions in adults with high-functioning autism spectrum disorder (HF-ASD), new research suggests. The study showed that ...

Researchers and clinicians outline how autistic adults navigate communication, routine, and sensory input, highlighting impacts on daily functioning. The segment cites the double empathy problem and ...