Redefining Autism Might Prevent Some From Help

The diagnosis for autism is about to undergo a big change, and it could mean the loss of certain services for some children.

Omamas Take 5: Newbery and Caldecott winners, concerns about redefining autism

Take 5 minutes and catch up on parenting news, with events and recipes for Chinese New Year, updates on teens and sunscreen, and tips to prevent abuse in youth sports.

Special presentation aims to break down autism barriers

Ohio University Southern invites the community to a presentation on autism at 10 a.m. Friday. The event will be held in the Bowman Auditorium.

Learning To Love, And Be Loved, With Autism

Emotions can be hard to gauge in the beginning of any romantic relationship. But for people with autism, who often struggle to interpret social cues, romance can be particularly challenging to navigate. And for some, the prospect of loving and being loved seems out of reach.

In praise of diversity

Diversity in the world encompasses all forms of life, and even includes the diverse ways our brains are ‘wired’.