As the definition of autism has widened, there’s a growing push to separate profound autism into its own diagnosis.

Experts are reconsidering the idea of autism as a spectrum, which could impact diagnoses and policy making for the condition ...

Category describes people who have little or no language, an IQ of less than 50 and require 24-hour supervision ...

An international panel of experts is calling for the introduction of a new diagnosis of “profound autism” to ensure individuals with the highest support needs are not overlooked in services, research, ...

Proposed category would apply to autistic children over eight who have little to no functional language, an IQ below 50 and ...

As the definition of autism has widened, there’s been a growing push to separate profound autism into its own diagnosis.

Straith Hospital in Southfield has opened a specialized pediatric behavioral health unit that is designed to serve children ...

AP medical writer Laura Ungar and video journalist Shelby Lum shone a light on people who are often overshadowed in national ...

The Marcus Foundation has awarded a $21.9 million grant to support the largest-ever study of behavior, brain, and biomarkers ...

With a push for a new 'profound autism' diagnosis, advocates argue for tailored support for those needing constant care. While expanding awareness, this shift raises concerns about breadth in autism ...

A new international proposal is sparking debate in the autism community, with a diagnosis of "profound autism" now under consideration. The proposed diagnosis would describe autistic people who have ...

One year into his term, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on autism is polarizing Capitol Hill Republicans.