Plan to change autism definition has some worried

Autism advocates are worrying that proposed changes to the way that autism is defined could affect the way that children and adults with the condition access treatment and services.

Experts Consider Changing the Definition of Autism

A proposed change in the definition of autism could change many lives, and not for the better.

Which Kids Will 'Grow Out' of Autism?

a new study finds that additional mental disorders, such as learning disabilities, speech problems and epilepsy, could help predict which children might grow out of their autism diagnosis as they age.

Definition of autism may change

The way autism is defined could soon change, and that could mean fewer kids are diagnosed.

We don’t need to defrost an assumption over 70 years old

More research is needed into autism, not bringing up wrong theories that were popular decades ago, argues Kevin Whelan