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Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Find That Both Neurotypical and Autistic Girls Smile More
Study adds to evidence on the importance of accounting for the impact of sex and gender differences on social impressions of autistic youth.
Rates of ADHD Remain High into Adulthood Among Patients with Autism
The first population-based, national cohort study found ADHD rates are 10 times higher than the general population among adults with autism without intellectual disability.
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia Researchers Reveal Important Themes to Improve Interactions Between Police and Black Autistic Youth
Novel study emphasizes the need for improved training to recognize key behavior differences in this patient population
CHOP Study Finds Healthcare Providers Play Crucial Role in Guiding Autistic Adolescents and Their Families into Adulthood
The study identified obstacles like limited time during clinical visits, a lack of comprehensive resources, and insufficient notice from caregivers to prepare for discussions.
CHOP’s Carousel Ball Raises Record-Breaking $4.1 Million to Benefit Autism Research and Care
On June 10, 2023 at Lincoln Financial Field, more than 700 local philanthropists, corporate leaders and patient families came together for the hospital’s signature fundraiser, the Carousel Ball, raising more than $4.1 million for autism research and care at CHOP.
Researchers Find Earlier Intervention Leads to Greater Improvements In Young Children on The Autism Spectrum
Toddlers who started more intense individualized intervention had better language and social communication skills than children who started intervention later.
CHOP Nurse Practitioner Develops Improved Device for Tube-Fed Children
The device is a better way to remove excess air in the patient’s stomach, making the tube-feeding process more efficient and comfortable.
Autism Screening Disparities Persisted During First Year of COVID-19 Pandemic
Despite maintaining relatively high overall screening rates, canceled well-child visits and incomplete screenings may impact early intervention.
Using Social Cues to Adjust Conversational Behavior May Be Challenging for Autistic Children and Teens
Learning to adjust talkativeness could be an important growth opportunity for verbally fluent people with autism.
CHOP Researchers Develop New Method for Measuring Movement Behavior in Children with Autism
Method measures motor imitation skills, which have been challenging to measure consistently and precisely.