There are three levels of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), which are described in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5). Each autistic person is diagnosed as ...

Level 1 autism requires minimal support and includes challenges in communication and social skills. Level 2 autism needs more substantial support due to significant difficulties with social skills and ...

The government plans to redirect some children off the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and onto a new program called Thriving Kids. When announcing the change last month, health and ...

Kathy August isn't going to waste her time debating whether autism has destroyed her family. It hasn't. The Oakland County mom, who has twins, one of whom has autism, has better things to do. Instead, ...

Parents of children with autism face significant emotional, practical and financial burdens. Support systems, including parent groups and respite care, are crucial for caregiver well-being. Empathy ...