Understanding how to recognize, diagnose, and manage ASD in adults is critical to being able to provide optimal care for these patients.

Understanding autism symptoms in women can help physicians better identify and support women with ASD, to ultimately improve their quality of life.

In recent years, the prevalence of ASD has been markedly increasing, and the demographics of those diagnosed with ASD has been changing. Understanding the basic facts about ASD and the latest statistics and trends is essential for identifying patients early and providing them with optimal care.

While an experienced clinician can reliably identify ASD in children as young as age 2 years, many do not receive a diagnosis until they are much older. This article describes what you should do to prepare for the initial evaluation if you suspect your child may have ASD, or if you think you might have ASD.

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Allison Paugh, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP), explains the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment plan for autism from early childhood to adulthood.

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Dr Caplan discusses the complexities and obstacles of postpartum depression for women physicians, and how the new FDA-approved treatment, zuranolone, may provide hope.

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