Articles
Blog
11.22.2021
Just looking at me you don’t know that I am different
"But what you don’t see is that I am disabled. I have an invisible disability."
Advocacy News
11.19.2021
U.S. House Passes Historic Investment in Home and Community-Based Services
The historic $150 billion investment in HCBS was passed as a part of the Build Back Better Act and comes after months of advocacy where autistic
Science News
11.15.2021
Research highlights the importance of vocational activities for adults with autism
A new study shows that vocational activities like employment, volunteer work and post-secondary education are associated with higher well-being and
Science News
11.15.2021
New insights into the sexual health and activity of autistic adults and adolescents
A new study reveals significant differences in sexual orientation and activity between autistic and non-autistic people across the lifespan. Click
Blog
11.10.2021
When a small act of kindness means a lot more
"Every so often, you get reminded that there is still good in the world, good deeds, and good people out there that want to make a difference and
Blog
10.25.2021
Realizing I need help with my autistic son's high support needs
Kim, a mother of 2 sons on the spectrum, discusses expectations for her autistic son and how she wants to understand and help him live a comfortable
Blog
10.20.2021
In our own words: Bullying in the autism community
Meet Maddy K., 24, Haris H., 16, and Noah T., 12. All three are on the autism spectrum and have experienced bullying. In this blog, they each share
News
10.19.2021
Autism Speaks elects Jennifer Seidel to its national board
Autism Speaks, the nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting solutions across the spectrum and throughout the life span for people with autism and
Blog
10.19.2021
Rising Above Bullying
Sam Farmer wears many hats, among these father, husband, musician, computer consultant and autism spectrum community contributor. A resident of
Blog
10.8.2021
My Review Of Netflix’s ‘Love on the Spectrum: Season 2’ As An Autistic Adult
Click here to read an autistic adult's review of "Love on the Spectrum", an autism-themed dating reality show that streams on Netflix.
Press Release
10.7.2021
Keith Wargo Appointed President and CEO of Autism Speaks
Keith Wargo has been named president and CEO of Autism Speaks. Mr. Wargo’s appointment is effective October 15, 2021, and follows the Board of
Blog
10.6.2021
Q&A: Autism employment post-pandemic
Click here to learn about the employment landscape, barriers to employment, and inclusive workplace environments for people with autism post-pandemic.
Science News
10.5.2021
New study improves criteria to identify sleep problems in autistic children and adolescents
A study has developed and validated a new cut-off value for the Children’s Sleep Habits Questionnaire for autism (CSHQ-autism), a common tool used to
Science News
10.5.2021
Research finds patterns in restrictive and repetitive behaviors based on individual characteristics
A study found differences in restrictive and repetitive behaviors (RRBs) in children with autism based on characteristics like age, sex, cognitive
Blog
9.30.2021
Anabel V. apoya a la comunidad hispana a través de su trabajo en el equipo de respuestas al autismo
El Equipo de Respuesta al Autismo (ART, por sus siglas en inglés) es una línea de información para la comunidad autista, ¡pero me gusta pensar que
Blog
9.30.2021