Articles
Blog
7.29.2021
A recovery plan for pandemic learning losses
The American Rescue Plan, a COVID-19 relief package passed in March of this year, includes $3 billion in dedicated funding for Individuals with
Blog
7.28.2021
School for thought: Perspective from an autism mom on her 12-year-old son’s journey into the eighth grade
Learn more about Noah’s autism journey and hear his thoughts on the upcoming school year and his plans for the future in this Q & A.
Blog
7.28.2021
New school year brings new opportunities for 13-year-old, Jaedan H.
Learn about 13-year-old Jaedan H. who was diagnosed with autism at age 3.
Blog
7.26.2021
I want others to treat adults with autism with the respect they deserve
"Having to teach them to be as in dependent and safe as possible. I think it is a process and it is not completed overnight, it’s on a day to day
Blog
7.23.2021
The unfounded myth surrounding autism and empathy
This post is by Ryan Lee. You can follow him on Instagram or visit his website, Ryan's Heart.com to learn about other ways to follow him. 
Press Release
7.22.2021
Autism Speaks elects two new members to its national board
Autism Speaks announces the election of Bill O’Connor and Subriana Pierce to its national board of directors.
Blog
7.22.2021
My checklist for raising my teenager with autism
This is a post by J-Jaye H., proud mother to Jackson and Reese. Jackson was diagnosed at age 2 with severe ASD, in addition to numerous
Advocacy News
7.19.2021
Oregon renews autism insurance law
The state legislature has passed a bill reauthorizing Oregon's Autism Health Insurance Reform law through January 2, 2030.
Blog
7.14.2021
Tips for a successful Facebook fundrasier
Ideas to help you reach your Facebook fundraising goal
Blog
7.13.2021
Helping her son Ryan reach his full potential is the goal of this autism mom
Since Ryan was diagnosed with autism, his mom, Grace, has had a one-track mind when it comes to her son’s development: do whatever it takes to help
Blog
7.13.2021
Gnome Surf: creating a wave of inclusivity and kindness for autism families
Chris Antao, Founder and Owner of Gnome Surf, had a vision when he opened the surf therapy camp in 2015: create a world with kindness, love and
Tool Kit Excerpt
7.12.2021
Pool and Water Safety for Lifeguards
According to a 2011 study, 91 percent of deaths in autistic children who wandered were a result of drowning accidents. Here are tips to prevent
Advocacy News
7.10.2021
Autism Speaks opposes ruling allowing electric shock therapy
Devices used to curb harming behaviors in disabled children and adults have been banned since 2020
Blog
7.9.2021
I stim to communicate my feelings
In this blog post, Victoria Handy explains what stimming is and how she stims to communicate her feelings.
Press Release
7.7.2021
Autism Speaks executive Val Paradiz appointed to federal autism committee
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced today that Valerie Paradiz, Ph.D., vice president of services and supports at Autism Speaks
Science News
7.2.2021