The first Barbie doll depicted with autism is on the shelves, and because it’s Barbie a lot of conversation is being generated. Much of the talk is from people who live in this often-marginalized ...

Mattel has released a new Barbie that is autistic, complete with accessories that some people with the neurodevelopmental ...

Ms. May is a writer and the mother of a child with autism. When I tell strangers that my daughter is autistic, their questions are often so far from my reality, it’s painful. Does she have a unique ...

Decades of research into autism has revealed this much: There is no simple answer for what causes the condition. In each person with autism, genes and their environment combined in a unique way, ...

For several years, Barbie has been expanding its range of body types, skin tones, shapes, and abilities, promoting an inclusive message. This time, the brand is going further by introducing a doll ...

Yale School of Medicine (YSM) scientists have discovered a molecular difference in the brains of autistic people compared to their neurotypical counterparts. Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition ...

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, ...