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For people with autism—especially those with intellectual disabilities, or others with extensive support needs—communicating ...

For families with people who have autism, there’s a place in Somerville that aims to help them feel more comfortable and to be empowered.

Once upon a time, the idea of kids on the Autism Spectrum training in martial arts seemed a contradictory idea. I remember vividly a parent bringing her kids to one of my martial arts classes years ...

The summer swim season is pretty much over but water safety is a year-round concern for families with children, especially those on the autism spectrum. Doctors say it's important, considering that ...

Thrive Academy is a first-of-its-kind school for those diagnosed with autism. On Wednesday, the school held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and invited the public inside. The academy is located in Cape ...

The Philadelphia Eagles are on a mission to make football accessible to all kids, especially those with autism. Through their Eagles Autism Foundation, the Super Bowl-winning team held football ...

One of the signs that a child is developing as expected is when they’re hitting their milestones. While all kids develop at different paces, when is a lag in developmental milestones a cause for ...

Amid rising concern about drowning among children with autism, a new effort is underway to help kids with cognitive, physical and developmental needs across the country learn to be safe in the water.