Dr. Stephen Kahler answers the question: 'Fascination With Irrelevant Details?' Nov. 7, 2008 -- Question: What are some examples of how somone with autism might display a fascination with irrelevant ...

Dr. Filipek answers the question: 'Minor Changes Causing Major Distress?' Oct. 23, 2008 -- Question: What are some examples of situations in which minor changes create unwarranted distress in a person ...

AUTISM and ADHD are neurodevelopmental conditions that affect people’s communication, attention and behaviour. But scientists ...

Studies of the mirror neuron system may reveal clues to the causes of autism and help researchers develop new ways to diagnose and treat the disorder. At first glance you might not notice anything odd ...

In 1951, a Hungarian-born psychologist, mind reader, and hypnotist named Franz Polgar was booked for a single night’s performance in a town called Forest, Mississippi, at the time a community of some ...

Given the challenges kids and teens with autism often face regarding sensory sensitivities and changes in routine, the exposure activities for a plan of action targeting these fears may need to be ...