People with autism spectrum disorder may meet similar diagnostic criteria, but the way their symptoms present in daily life can be very different. If you’re concerned about your autistic teen’s ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that involves impairments to social and communication abilities, restricted interests or repetitive behaviors, and challenges with sensory ...

Asperger’s syndrome is no longer a stand-alone diagnosis. It’s now part of the autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In other words, people with signs and symptoms of Asperger’s receive an ASD diagnosis.