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New study improves criteria to identify sleep problems in autistic children and adolescents
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
Research finds patterns in restrictive and repetitive behaviors based on individual characteristics
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
Autism Response Team Anabel V.
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
Autism Response Team Anabel V.
Blog
9.30.2021

Anabel V. supports the Hispanic community through her work on the Autism Response Team

The Autism Response Team (ART) is an information line for the autism community, but I like to think we are so much more than a phone number! We are 11
Medical supplies
Science News
9.23.2021

Research reveals racial and ethnic disparities in benefits eligibility and spending among autistic adults

A recent peer-reviewed study published in May in PLOS One reveals significant disparities in eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid coverage among
person holding a white box with "VOTE" on the front and an American flag hanging out the top
Advocacy News
9.10.2021

Autism Speaks urges Texas to protect the voting rights of autistic individuals

Voting is a fundamental right. Autism Speaks is concerned that recent changes to Texas’ election laws will make voting more burdensome for people with
In-home therapy techniques help 8-year-old Grace K. learn and grow
Blog
9.9.2021

In-home therapy techniques help 8-year-old Grace K. learn and grow

Grace was diagnosed with autism at age 2. Click here to see how in-home therapy techniques helped the 8-year-old learn and grow.
Autism Speaks opens applications for Norma and Malcom Baker Recreation Grants
Press Release
9.2.2021

Autism Speaks opens applications for Norma and Malcom Baker Recreation Grants

Autism Speaks 2021 Local Impact Grant applications are open! The program accepts applications from both for-profit and non-profit organizations for
Oklahoma State Flag
Advocacy News
8.30.2021

Oklahoma Insurance Department announces expanded coverage of autism benefits

Policy changes included in the insurance bulletin will provide more equitable access to care by changing the state’s mandated age, dollar and hour
Top Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits
Blog
8.27.2021

Top Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits

Autism Speaks is committed to providing the autism community with resources to meet each person and family's unique needs. Here, you can view three of
Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits: Childhood
Blog
8.27.2021

Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits: Childhood

Here are some of our most frequently downloaded resources to direct you as you advocate for your child and guide them through their early years.
Helpful Roadmaps and Toolkits: Adolescence
Blog
8.27.2021

Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits: Adolescence

Adolescence is a critical time for any child—but it’s especially important for children with autism. View our most frequently downloaded resources to
Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits: Adulthood
Blog
8.27.2021

Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits: Adulthood

Autism Speaks is committed to helping adults navigate challenges with our range of Tool Kits and roadmaps. View our most frequently downloaded
Autism Speaks toolkits designed to provide crucial resources to people and family of all ages
Blog
8.27.2021

Autism Speaks Tool Kits designed to provide crucial resources

Meet Nathan, 52, and Daylen, 9. Both have different strengths and challenges, need varying levels of support and have navigated different autism
CAST Primary Care
Science News
8.25.2021

Study offers a new model for primary care clinics serving adults with autism

Learn about The Center for Autism Services and Transition (CAST), a new primary care clinic model that helps improve healthcare services for adults
grandmother hugging young adult boy on an outside bench
Advocacy News
8.18.2021

Accessing Developmental Disability Waiver Services in Illinois

This resource aims to help guide you through the process of obtaining Illinois DD Waiver Services, given recent changes in PUNS guidelines.