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Blog
10.7.2022
Tips for autistic job seekers to find the right job
Autism Speaks Human Resources department shares tips with autistic job seekers to help them land a job.
Blog
10.6.2022
Chris Tidmarsh is plowing a path to employment for other autistic adults at Green Bridge Growers
Read how an autistic entrepreneur quit the traditional workforce and made it his mission to grow good food and create good jobs for autistic adults.
Blog
10.5.2022
Catching up with Kaitlyn Y.
Click here to catch up with Kaitlyn Y., the former Spectrum Spotlight star had just begun her transition to adulthood, working alongside her mom at
Blog
10.4.2022
A family found answers through the MSSNG program
When Trey M., 30, was first diagnosed with autism in 1995 at age 3, his family got straight to work finding information, therapies and supports that
Blog
9.29.2022
My reality of growing up with a severely impacted autistic brother
Gary, age 20, provides a candid look into what it’s like growing up with a sibling on the spectrum who experiences aggressive outbursts. Click here to
Blog
9.28.2022
Expert Q&A: How ABA therapy can help with severe behaviors
In this Q&A, Karryn Naranjo, BCBA, shares information about how ABA therapy can help reduce severe behaviors. Click here to read more.
Blog
9.28.2022
Expert Q&A: Supporting siblings of autistic children with aggressive behaviors
In this Q&A, sibling researcher Emily Rubin, LICSW, shares information about the impact of aggression on siblings and the virtual sibling support
Science News
9.13.2022
Autism Speaks awards over $550,000 for autism research
Autism Speaks announced $555,850 in grant funding to five researchers studying autism. Click here to learn more,
Advocacy News
9.9.2022
Autism Speaks and Congresswoman Grace Meng address the importance of Caregiver Skills Training Programs in local communities
Autism Speaks President and CEO Keith Wargo joined Congresswoman Grace Meng, leaders and staff of the Charles B. Wang Community Health Center and
Blog
9.7.2022
A guide to resources we offer from screening to adulthood
We hear from over 2,000 Spanish-speaking constituents a year. In response to their needs, we are building a library of Spanish-language resources to
Blog
9.6.2022
Guía de recursos que ofrecemos desde la detección hasta la edad adulta
Interactuamos con más de 2000 integrantes de habla hispana al año, a través del correo electrónico, chat, llamadas telefónicas, redes sociales y
Advocacy News
9.6.2022
Montana’s Medicaid benefit changes to provide more children with autism the treatment they need
In order to ensure more children with autism utilize Montana's Medicaid Program, the state has announced changes focused on expanded eligibility and
Blog
8.25.2022
How general education teachers can support students with ASD
Click here for some great tips to share with your child’s teachers to help them create an inclusive classroom environment.
Blog
8.25.2022
Preparation for the future starts in the summer for 15-year-old Jeremiah A.
Click here to read how Jeremiah, who was diagnosed with autism at age 3, used his newfound responsibilities to take the next step towards adulthood
Blog
8.25.2022
Lessons learned while helping my 12-year-old with ASD transition to middle school
A mother recalls the lessons she learned while helping her 12-year-old with ASD transition to middle school. Click here to read more.
Science News
8.16.2022