Sometimes the interests of the individual on the autism spectrum lack the personal connections that are found for others.

Want to understand the individual characteristics of those on the spectrum? Consider over versus under reactivity in sensory areas.

Learning to encourage others can be a great relationship skill to master in the autism spectrum.

Deficits in self-awareness can create a sudden crash for the autistic individual who goes from "great" to "exhausted."

Want to make the autistic individual feel comfortable during a gathering. Assign him a role.

Identification of patterns within autism characteristics for each diagnosed individual helps highlight why spectrum differences occur.

Both biological and nonbiological issues impact the temperament and behavior of each individual.

Individuals on the autism spectrum may have strong attachments to objects. In the adult, this may manifest through collections or hoarding.

The autism misdiagnosis crisis. Why autism isn't on the differential radar, and why this leads to inappropriate diagnoses in adults.

Take two seconds to honor someone impacted by autism today. Let's leave behind blame and show respect for their strenuous journey.

People say "I guess we're all a little autistic." Does the comment dismiss the challenges of those living with autism?

Generations of adults and aged adults are missing a correct diagnosis of autism, often carrying diagnostic labels that are incorrect.

Learn to recognize freeze reactions in the autistic adult. Often mistaken for medical events, these are signs of stress.

Flight reactions in autism (leaving, hiding, quitting) are signs of suffering. Learn to recognize the signs and help the autistic individual

Fight reactions in autism are a sign of stress and being overwhelmed. Help the individual learn how to regain a sense of calm.

Some individuals with autism have adequate reaction time to drive but show anxiety of avoidance of driving. Learn why.

Sleep problems are common in autism. Learn why and how to tackle common challenges for the night owl.

Dealing with change and unexpected events can be very stressful for the autistic individual. Try this strategy to reduce anxiety.

Women may display autistic characteristics differently. Dr. Regan discusses mental rituals as possible expressions.

Learn about how memory symptoms typical for autism do not have the same pattern as those in a classic Alzheimer's Dementia.