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autism

‘He could thrive’

A school nurse looks beneath the surface to help a 12-year-old boy overcome health challenges in middle school.

Patient Story

Evie the Brave

Resilience and a 'sweet spirit' have helped a Michigan girl in a longtime battle with epilepsy and a genetic condition.

Patient Story

‘We celebrate every milestone’

For a Michigan couple eager to help their son, genetics research is lighting the path ahead.

Patient Story

Helping Gabby thrive

Genetic testing that pinpointed a rare disorder helped a Michigan couple give their daughter the tools she needs to blossom.

Patient Story

‘A better version of himself’

For a preschooler with autism, play-based speech therapy challenges him to use language in a natural context.

What you need to know about autism

The sooner this disorder is identified, the sooner a child is helped.

More U.S. kids being diagnosed with autism

One in 59 children are now believed to be on the spectrum.

Why people with autism avoid eye contact

Direct gaze stresses part of the brain tied to social behavior.

Patient Story

‘The most perfect little guy’

Sweet and smiley Camden Cardona has a rare genetic disease―tuberous sclerosis―and a team of experts to help him.

Baby’s immune system might hint at autism risk

Certain 'markers' in newborn blood samples seemed to predict future cases.

ADHD or autism?

ADHD could mask autism in young kids and lead to delays in diagnosis and treatment.

Autism may differ in boys and girls

Identifying and understanding brain differences may improve how autism is diagnosed and treated.