While the diagnosis of some syndromes is fairly straightforward, diagnosing autism spectrum disorders (ASD) has been and continues to be a challenge. In this editorial, I review
The Autism Research Institute (ARI) has a 44-year track record of pioneering and leadership in the autism field. We provide families and professionals with the information needed for
Read up on the latest news and updates from the Autism Research Institute. Greetings! With autumn upon us and the many holidays on the horizon, we wish everyone a safe
Over the past half-century, two treatment approaches have dominated autism therapy. One is behavioral therapy (for instance, applied behavior analysis), while the other is traditional medical
Many in the autism community consider the prevalence rate reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to be a reasonable estimate of the
For more than 50 years, doctors and researchers viewed autism solely as a neurodevelopmental disorder. In recent decades, however, we have begun to focus increasing attention on
Over the past decade, many studies have documented substantial impairments in the gastrointestinal (GI), immunological, and metabolic systems of individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Although this
Richard L. Simpson, Ed.D. was one of the pioneers in the education of autism and Asperger's syndrome. He presented in his work at numerous conferences and workshops,
The word “genetics” tends to spark different reactions by parents and professionals within the autism community, ranging from interest to indifference or even annoyance. These days the
Professionals who design building structures typically account for perceptual or cognitive challenges experienced by individuals with various disabilities. Sometimes these challenges are referred to as the “invisible
Twenty years ago there was much talk but little action about the inevitable onslaught of children and teenagers on the autism spectrum reaching adulthood. Whether it was
Amy Keefer, Ph.D., dives into anxiety and autism. She characterizes anxiety, noting differences in anxiety typical during developmental stages and psychopathological anxiety that interferes with daily function over
Autism is sometimes described as a social/communication problem. Processing auditory information is a critical component of social communication, and people with autism spectrum disorders typically have problems
Stephen M. Edelson, Ph.D., is the executive director of the Autism Research Institute. Active in the field of autism for 45 years, he was named director of
About ARI's Deaf/HOH & Blind/Visually Impaired Network What is the Network? A compilation of parents, affected individuals and professionals with special interest in people with autism and
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