April is autism awareness month. According to the WHO, about 1 and 100 children have autism. While autism awareness is growing, there is still a lot of confusion about what it is and how it affects people.

One local mom highlights the need for inclusivity and patience during Halloween, especially for children with autism and other neurological differences, who experience the holiday uniquely.

People with special needs often have a harder time making connections - but it doesn't mean they don't want friendships, or even romance.

Hear from people on the Autism spectrum and their advocates – their stories and their experiences in their own words – in the WSLS 10 special, Autism Perspectives.

One Roanoke man living with autism is hoping to elevate others with autism, one lift at a time through his passion for elevators.

A teacher who helps preside over a program for students with autism, Carrie Jones knows full well some aspects the general public might not understand.

St. Vincent's home has now merged with the Virginia Institute of Autism.

Children with autism are often overlooked during the transition from high school to adulthood, but a workshop at the Hotel Roanoke today helped parents and supporters bridge the gap.

Whatever you’re greeted with, not greeted with, or what trick-or-treaters come to your doorstep on Halloween night, one thing is for sure: “A little kindness goes a long way.”

COVID-19 led to major learning loss for children, but without interaction and an inability to have therapy, children with autism faced a much greater challenge.

Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?

Considering this month is an important time to learn more about autism, we thought we’d ask you, our readers and viewers: If any of you have a close connection to autism spectrum disorder (perhaps you’ve been diagnosed, or you have a friend or child with autism), is there anything you wish more people understood?

One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.

For Anthony and Sammy Taormina, there are two dates that define their lives as people with Asperger’s syndrome, an autism spectrum disorder.

Track and field and swimming are among the team sports that might be best for children with autism.

April has widely been known as Autism Awareness Month in the U.S., as a way to empower people living with autism and their families.

Autism may bring challenges for those who live with it, but celebrities with autism have shown they can achieve tremendous things and fulfill their dreams.