The brains of some women with autism more closely resemble those of typical men than those of typical women.

Girls who show severe emotional or behavioral problems are more likely to be diagnosed with autism than those who do not.

Although the number of people diagnosed with autism is on the rise, the proportion with severe features has dropped since 2000.

Tensions mount as Trump considers candidates for top health positions, a documentary highlights the overlap between autism and gender dysphoria, and ‘citation cartels’ are gaming the publication system.

A combination of multiple diagnostic tests may gauge the extent to which adults with autism attempt to blend in.

Some women who have children with autism look in the mirror, an accounting firm predicts profit from employees on the spectrum, and 2016 was a slow year for drug approvals.

Instead of simply listing sex differences in the brain, researchers should consider how sex interacts with other factors to affect the brain, Joel says.

The books, shows and movies that most accurately portray autism are those that don’t dwell on the condition.

Our picks for the top 10 papers of the year highlight leaps in our understanding of autism, as well as lingering gaps.

More than 80 percent of people with Sotos syndrome show signs of autism, such as social anxiety and restricted interests.