Mattel's new Barbie with autism has garnered mixed feelings from people within the autism community. Why?

Samuel Arnold previously received funding from the Autism CRC. Julianne Maree Higgins previously received funding from the Autism CRC. Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while ...

Mattel has launched its first autistic Barbie doll. This new doll features sensory-friendly accessories and design elements. It aims to represent neurodivergent experiences better. The company states ...

Mattel just released its first autistic Barbie doll, designed with the Autism Self Advocacy Network. She comes with a fidget spinner, tablet and headphones.

Autistic adults often possess strengths like hyperfocus, pattern recognition, and attention to detail. Identifying and ...

Neal Tricarico holds one of many painted rocks made in honor of his son, Anthony "Ant" Tricarico, that were left in a memorial garden by friends and relatives. Ant, who was autistic, died by suicide ...

An autistic meltdown is an intense reaction to sensory or emotional overload in autistic people. When an autistic person becomes overstimulated or unable to cope with their environment, they may ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering approval of the drug leucovorin to treat children with cerebral folate deficiency and symptoms of autism. Kevin Pelphrey is the Harrison-Wood ...

Many of the members believe autism is linked to vaccination ...

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest sci-tech news updates. Think about a trip to ...

Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people. Think about a trip to your local cafe. You might have patrons crammed into small spaces, ...