In August 2017, we received news that would change our lives forever. Fueled by our concern over delayed development in our son, Jamey, we were recommended by his pediatrician to visit a specialist.

Atrial septal defect (ASD) is a hole in the wall between the heart’s two upper chambers. ASD is a congenital heart defect, meaning it is present from birth. In some cases of ASD, a small hole may only ...

The prevalence of ADHD and ASD in Denmark increased over a period of 20 years, with a significant increase in diagnosis rates among girls.

An atrial septal defect is an opening or hole in the wall that sits between the heart’s two upper chambers. The heart’s upper chambers are called the right and left atria. Some people refer to atrial ...

There's been a significant rise in individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in recent years, with an estimated 61.8 million cases worldwide. Experts are now calling for better access ...

Parents sometimes wonder whether giving their child medication for mental health sends the message that a pill solves problems--and might encourage young people to experiment with drugs. On the other ...

Researchers found that recordings from the retina could identify distinct signals for both attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism spectrum disorder (ASD), providing a potential ...

Diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by trained professionals in children as young as 14 months are remarkably stable, suggesting that accurate screening and earlier treatment is feasible.