Autism is undoubtedly on the rise, but we may never be able to fully explain why, says Maureen Durkin.
 

Adults with autism are at an increased risk for diabetes, depression and a number of other health problems, suggests a large survey of electronic health records.

Healthcare providers in the U.S. are ill equipped to care for the growing number of adults with autism, according to unpublished results presented yesterday at the 2015 International Meeting for Autism Research in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Tune in for daily updates and reactions from attendees at the 2015 International Meeting for Autism Research in Salt Lake City, Utah.

This sweet story behind optogenetics will inspire you, and autism experts swarm Salt Lake City.

A sexist peer review sparks a Twitter firestorm, and business is booming for some firms that employ people with autism.

Only one type of intervention for adults with autism has held up in rigorous scientific studies, according to the largest review of these treatments to date.

As the prevalence of autism grows, several companies are launching employment programs for people on the spectrum.

The National Institute of Mental Health is overhauling its funding strategy to emphasize the translation of advances in genomics and information technology into therapies.

A biotech breakthrough sparks a high-stakes patent war, and two new films follow people with autism looking for love.