Articles
Life on the Spectrum
3.22.2022
One family’s story of navigating their son’s Down syndrome/autism dual diagnosis
Meet Chiara and her son, Jake. Jake's Down syndrome and autism diagnoses do not define him – they are simply part of who he is. Read more about
Blog
3.9.2022
In our own words: Diagnosis stories
Meet Micah James, Victoria and Idoh, three adults on the spectrum diagnosed at different stages in their lives. In this blog, they share their stories
Science Blog
3.8.2022
Expert Q&A: DSM-5 and ASD
In this expert Q&A, Peter J. Chung discusses the DSM-5 ASD criteria, how the understanding of autism has evolved and benefits of a formal autism
Blog
3.3.2022
The day I told the world I’m autistic
Click here to read about how disclosing his autism diagnosis changed the life and career path of Dr. Kerry Magro.
Press Release
3.2.2022
Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward brings NCAA basketball coaches, broadcasters and fans together to increase understanding and acceptance for people with autism
NCAA Basketball coaches, teams and fans across the country will display their support for the autism community by wearing Autism Speaks puzzle-piece
Blog
2.23.2022
A parent found knowledge and community through Family ECHO: Autism
In this Q&A, Carla shares how the Family ECHO sessions have helped her understand her son and develop strategies to help him learn and grow.
Science News
2.23.2022
New study sheds light on the impact of language regression on later communication skills
Researchers analyzed data from 421 autistic children in Canada whose families participated in the “Pathways in ASD” study, supported in part by Autism
Science News
2.23.2022
New research examines autistic special interests
Study results found that 75% of autistic youth had at least one special interest, and 50% of those had two or more special interests. The most common
Blog
2.22.2022
Family ECHO: Autism works to fill the care gap for children with autism
In this Q&A, Amy shares information about Family ECHO: Autism and discusses the impact it has had on the autism community worldwide.
Advocacy News
2.18.2022
Autism Speaks Applauds Introduction of the Autism Family Caregivers Act
Representatives Grace Meng (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Mike Doyle (D-PA) introduced the Autism Family Caregivers Act to improve the lives of
Blog
2.10.2022
A family shares their experience navigating dating and relationships on the spectrum
Read this Q&A about a family that shares their experiences of helping their son navigate dating and relationships on the spectrum.
Blog
2.10.2022
A parent’s perspective on her son’s quest to find love on the spectrum
Parents of adults with autism all desire for their child to have a happy and fulfilling life with someone they love. Lisa E. has taken an active role
Life on the Spectrum
2.10.2022
Being clear and being romantic
Brigid Rankowski shares her rules and advice for dating on the spectrum. Click here for autism dating advice.
Life on the Spectrum
2.10.2022
Meet Natalie B., 39
Although this is not an easy topic for Natalie, she wants to share more about her experiences so other people in the autism community can see that
Advocacy News
2.10.2022
Autism Speaks representative appointed to National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ Consumer Liaison group
Autism Speaks Senior Director of State Government Affairs and Grassroots Advocacy Kelly Headrick was recently named as a 2022 NAIC consumer liaison
Life on the Spectrum
2.9.2022