For many people, music can be their first language. It allows people to celebrate their creative expressions and talents. Jazz Hands for Autism is a Southern California-based nonprofit that provides ...

Music has emerged as a powerful tool for supporting children with autism spectrum disorder, particularly in managing anxiety and enhancing focus. Research consistently shows that carefully selected ...

As my son turned 15, I found myself reflecting on the unique journey we’ve shared. Like many parents, I believe my child is extraordinary, but not for the reasons you might expect. My son has what we ...

JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — Motorcycles will be revving their engines and electric guitars will be blasting on the speakers for the 4th annual Rock for Autism Summer Music Festival and Bike Ride on Sunday ...

As a psychologist as well as a linguist, I am fascinated by the idea of how music and language can shape our brain, and how our brain attunes to musical and speech sounds differently. I study this ...

Music has long been described as a universal language one that reaches people even when words cannot. For autistic children, this idea is more than a metaphor. Modern neuroimaging tools such as ...

April is Autism Acceptance Month. Autism is one form of neurodivergence where the brain works differently than a brain that is considered typical. Autistic behaviors are on a continuum and can vary ...