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7.25.2024

Transition to adulthood: Mom shares tips on what to do two years before graduating out of school-based services

Research, planning years in advance, references from other parents of older autistic kids and perseverance are among the top strategies to help the
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News
7.25.2024

Autism Digest highlights Kadin McElwain’s journey with autism

Autism Speaks profiles Kadin McElwain about overcoming many challenges related to his autism to get where he is today.
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News
7.25.2024

People highlights Tallulah Willis as Autism Speaks Honoree

Tallulah Willis will be recognized by Autism Speaks for fostering understanding and inclusivity for the autism community.
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Blog
7.22.2024

Disneyland autism guide

Read our Disneyland autism guide for information and tips on how Disneyland accommodates and supports autistic guests for a more enjoyable experience.
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News
7.22.2024

Lindsay Naeder discusses water safety with USA Today

Lindsay Naeder, Autism Speaks VP of services & supports, talks to USA Today about wandering and water safety for autistics. Read more and access
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Science News
7.15.2024

Autism Speaks funds new research on auditory processing disorder

Autism Speaks, with the support of a Royal Arch Research Assistance grant, is funding one predoctoral fellowship, one postdoctoral fellowship and one
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Advocacy News
7.11.2024

IACC meeting focuses on support for caregivers

Autism Speaks was grateful to join this meeting's discussion that highlighted the critical role family caregivers play throughout their loved one’s
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News
7.11.2024

Stuart Spielman talks autism-friendly travel with USA TODAY

In a heartwarming piece by Kathleen Wong from USA TODAY, the story of Stuart Spielman, Autism Speaks’ Senior Vice President, Advocacy, and his wife,
Kadin and Jackson preparing for the school year
Blog
7.11.2024

Preparing for the new school year

In this blog, read about two autistic students who are preparing to go back to school after the summer.
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Blog
7.10.2024

Helping our autistic son find the right college

Learn about Ian’s college journey and read his top 5 tips to set yourself for a successful school year.
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Advocacy News
7.9.2024

Autism Speaks opposes proposed loophole that would circumvent ban on electrical stimulation devices

Autism Speaks reinforces its longstanding rejection of electrical stimulation device use on individuals with autism and other disabilities through
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Press Release
7.9.2024

Autism Speaks introduces Field Day for All

Autism Speaks is proud to introduce Field Day for All, an event that will bring critical funds, resources and support services directly to the
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Blog
7.2.2024

Crecer siendo gay y autista: El viaje de un hombre para superar el acoso y encontrar la aceptación

Las investigaciones muestran que las personas autistas tienen más probabilidades de identificarse como LGBTQ+ que la población general. Quienes viven
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News
6.24.2024

Shelley Sunstein interviews Armani Williams

Shelley Sunstein on iHeartRadio interviews Armani Williams, NASCAR’s first openly autistic driver. Read how his autism impacted his life and guided
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News
6.21.2024

Eileen Lamb featured in Exceptional Parent Magazine

Autism Speaks graced the cover of Exceptional Parent Magazine with a story written by Marta Chmielowicz, content manager of mission delivery, and
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Blog
6.18.2024

Autism in the Black community

Getting an autism diagnosis can be a challenging journey for any family, but for Black families, the process often comes with additional, unique