Autism

Autism has at least four subtypes, an analysis of more than 5,000 children’s genes, traits and developmental trajectories has shown

Thimerosal, which contains an organic compound of mercury, has been phased out as a preservative for vaccines. Here’s how we know it was safe to use

A coalition of autism scientists has formed to counter RFK, Jr.’s misrepresentations of science and of autism spectrum disorder

Autism rates are rising, but RFK, Jr., is wrong about the reasons. Here’s what the science says

The predictive value of childhood screenings for autism and other conditions depends on how common the condition is, a limit that parents need to understand

Conspiracy thinking about autism drives anti-vaxxer presidential candidate RFK Jr.’s pick for vice president

When teachers and parents talk to kids about having ADHD, autism or learning disabilities, they set them up for success

Transgender or gender-fluid people are more likely to be neurodivergent, and vice versa. Here’s what that’s like