Autism Speaks Responds to the Midwest Tornadoes
Autism Speaks extends our deepest sympathies to families affected by the devastating tornadoes this week. We are working hard to provide resources and information for the autism community during this difficult time.
DSM-5 Released
On Saturday, the American Psychiatric Association released the new DSM-5. Learn more about the changes and how they could affect you and your family.
New Ad Council Campaign – “Maybe”
Autism Speaks and the Ad Council launched the “Maybe” campaign, a new series of public service advertisements (PSAs) designed to reach African American and Hispanic parents.
2013 Northern NJ & Georgia Walk Now For Autism Speaks
See our recaps of the Northern NJ & Georgia Walk Now for Autism Speaks events from Sunday.
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 21, 2013
Autism Speaks is working hard to provide resources to families in the autism community affected by the tornadoes in the Midwest. More...
Date: May 20, 2013
New series of public service advertisements in English and Spanish designed to reach African American and Hispanic parents More...
Date: May 20, 2013
In the wake of the tragic events that took place last week, we’d like to express our heartfelt condolences to the families affected. 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...
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
Tuesday, May 21, 2013
Find out how far Chad has come on the season finale of World of Jenks. More...
Monday, May 20, 2013
On May 16th I had the pleasure of meeting Temple Grandin; you know THE Temple Grandin. More...
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...
Family Services
Our Autism Safety Project includes sections that focus on safety in the home and in the community, along with information about preventing sexual abuse and other forms of mistreatment. More...
This kit will provide you with strategies and resources to address challenging behaviors, and to help support you and your loved one with autism. More...
Questions? Call us at 888-288-4762 or en Español 888-772-9050, or email familyservices@ More...
Registration now open for July 26 - 27 conference featuring workshops and scientific sessions on autism care through the life span More...
