Autism experts and advocacy groups are reacting after Mattel announced a new Barbie doll, the first with autism, on Sunday.

Emotion regulation is a universal challenge for adults and children alike and the primary reason why individuals seek psychological support. Autistic children’s emotion regulation is impacted by unique factors compared to their typically developing peers ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Writer by day, Comic by night, who aims to inform, inspire, and amuse. With nearly 78% of autistic children experiencing a co-occurring mental health condition such as anxiety or ...

The new doll carries a pink fidget spinner that actually spins, wears pink noise-cancelling headphones to reduce sensory overload and holds a pink tablet that represents her augmentative and alternative communication,

David Trembath is employed by The Kids Research Institute Australia, which holds the copyright for the Inklings Program, which may be relevant to the Thriving Kids support system discussed in this article. At The Kids Research Institute Australia, David is ...

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people.

Killarney's Autism Friendly Committee has launched a new video series, showcasing the local businesses and organisations taking steps to make their community more inclusive.

AUTISM and ADHD are neurodevelopmental conditions that affect people’s communication, attention and behaviour. But scientists claim the conditions may also affect someone’s appearance