DSM-5 Released
On Saturday, the American Psychiatric Association released the new DSM-5. Autism Speaks wants to ensure that everyone continues to receive appropriate services. Learn more about the changes and how you can provide input.
Autism a Major Piece of the Child Mental Health Picture
CDC releases new report on the prevalence of child mental health conditions in the U.S.
Special Needs Services for Military Hit in New Survey
In its fourth annual survey of military families, Blue Star Families found widespread dissatisfaction among special needs parents in the military with medical, educational and housing services, including access to ABA.
Temple Grandin Chat Transcript
On May 16th, Temple Grandin joined Autism Speaks for a live Facebook Chat about her new book The Autistic Brain. See her answers to your questions.
News
Date: May 18, 2013
On May 18th, the American Psychiatric Association released a new version of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders More...
Date: May 18, 2013
A letter and personal invitation from Autism Speaks Chief Science Officer More...
Date: May 16, 2013
CDC releases new report on the prevalence of child mental health conditions in the U.S. More...
Date: May 16, 2013
Joe's Crab Shack, one of our partners have went above and beyond raising over 1 million for Autism Speaks in the month of April! More...
Date: May 15, 2013
The body of 9-year-old girl with autism who went missing Northern California was found in a creek near her home. More...
Research
May is Mental Health Month, and we have a new resource page on the psychiatric disorders most commonly associated with...
Our complete coverage of the International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR).
Autism BrainNet will acquire, prepare & distribute the precious gift of brain tissue to advance autism research...
Subscribe to Autism Speaks Science Digest to receive a bi-weekly digest of autism research news, blogs, feature...
Official Blog Posts
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Whatever your post-graduate plans are, you can continue to stay involved with our college program, Autism Speaks U, and Autism Speaks! More...
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
BTIG LLC hosted its 11th Commissions for Charity Day featuring celebrity "guest-traders" raising money for children's charities. More...
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Nick Compton bears witness to Autism Speaks' transformative role in China More...
Monday, May 13, 2013
This post provides tips and information about how to prevent the growing rates of suicide among individuals with autism. More...
Family Services
Living a healthy lifestyle is so important for individuals on the autism spectrum and their families. The Autism Speaks Health and Wellness site provides families with information and resources pertaining to physical fitness, nutrition and sleep. More...
Autism Speaks would like to help you with your employment search by giving you tools and tips while you look for a More...
Registration now open for July 26 - 27 conference featuring workshops and scientific sessions on autism care through the life span More...
Questions? Call us at 888-288-4762 or en Español 888-772-9050, or email familyservices@ More...
Advocacy News
Date: May 14, 2013
Autism insurance benefits would continue past age 10 under bill sent to House floor More...
