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Registration now open for July 26 - 27 conference featuring workshops and scientific sessions on autism care through the life span

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Autism Speaks Trailblazer research supports new theory that blocking cell distress signals can ease autism symptoms

Fewer connections between distant brain regions may explain why people with autism excel at some tasks, struggle with others

Hopeful news for families; study counters belief that nonverbal children won’t acquire speech after age 4

Autism, ADHD, schizophrenia, major depression and bipolar disorder appear to share genetic risk factors

New study reveals very early brain marker of autism risk; may lead to earlier detection and treatment

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A new study provides insights into why girls are much less likely than boys to develop autism

The American Academy of Pediatrics issues policy statement on genetic screening of children for autism and other disorders