A leading scientist trying to understand and treat autism suspects that a failure to engage in such normal social activities as looking at a parent’s face or listening to speech sounds early in life ...

As a psychologist as well as a linguist, I am fascinated by the idea of how music and language can shape our brain, and how our brain attunes to musical and speech sounds differently. I study this ...

Learning a second language may seem like an unconventional way to support children with autism, but new research suggests that bilingualism can improve cognitive and social skills in children with ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOTV) – April is Autism Awareness month, so we compiled a list of autism-friendly activities available around West Michigan throughout the month and beyond. Join the Autism ...

Children with autism can read emotions in body language (Image: Chang Liu/Corbis) The eyes may be windows to the mind, but for children with autism, the body is the better communicator. They are just ...