It's long been thought that autism is far more prevalent in boys than girls. But findings from a new study looking at data across more than three decades suggest that may not be the case.

After months of uncertainty, federal lawmakers approved a spending package that rejects Trump administration efforts to alter ...

Nine books featuring stories about various types of disabilities are being tapped for a special set of awards given alongside ...

In a new twist in a long-running lawsuit, a coalition of states is challenging the right of people with disabilities to live ...

Federal health officials are reviving a key panel tasked with guiding the government's strategy on autism, but the new ...

An upcoming episode of a popular PBS Kids show will be told from the viewpoint of a character with autism. “Daniel Tiger’s ...

Students with disabilities may be missing out on valuable assistive technology, a new report finds, due to limited awareness among school staff and other issues.

A budget agreement working its way through Congress rebuffs Trump administration efforts to make major changes to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and eliminate some disability programs ...

With a pair of new hires and recent comments, advocates say the Trump administration appears to be actively laying the groundwork to transfer special education out of the U.S. Department of Education.