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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
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
Autism Speaks welcomes five new sites to the Autism Care Network
Autism Speaks is proud to announce that five academic medical centers in the U.S. are joining the Network, raising the total number of sites in this
Press Release
8.16.2022
Autism Speaks awards $320,000 in grants to 71 organizations serving the ASD community
Autism Speaks announces this year’s recipients of their annual Local Impact Grants. These grants fund nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations that provide
Blog
8.10.2022
Expert Q&A: Planning for the future
Click here to read an expert Q&A with Dr. Tamar Heller, distinguished professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago, on transition and planning
Blog
8.10.2022
Planning is the key to a smooth transition into adulthood
Click here to read a mother’s perspective on her daughter’s teenage years and journey into adulthood.
Blog
8.10.2022
Graduating from the pediatrician to the adult doctor
When is it time for you or your autistic child to graduate from the pediatrician to an adult doctor? Find out here and learn tips to make the
Blog
8.1.2022
MLB legend Will Clark “thrilled” to be an advocate for autism community
Click here to read about former Major League Baseball player Will Clark and how he is thrilled to be an advocate for the autism community.
Blog
7.29.2022
It's ok to ask for help
"Find your people. And never stop reaching out when you’ve found them."
Science News
7.26.2022