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4.6.2022
World Autism Month sneak peek
Each week throughout World Autism Month, we’re sharing a glimpse into the life of a family with a loved one on the spectrum. Their stories are unique,
Press Release
3.30.2022
Autism Speaks connects families and caregivers of children with autism to essential skills through Caregivers Skills Training program
Autism Speaks is offering families in the U.S. and around the world access to free resources to help children with autism reach their full potential.
Blog
3.23.2022
Expert Q&A: Explaining the conditions that accompany autism
In this Q&A, Amanda Bennett Palladino, MD, MPH, shares some of the most common conditions that accompany autism and offers support and resources to
Science News
3.23.2022
Genetic mutations associated with ASD increase risk for other co-occurring conditions
A study published in the Journal of Child Health Care shows that people with genetic mutations associated with ASD are at higher risk for other co
Science Blog
3.23.2022
Genetic testing for autism can guide interventions
Dean Hartley shares how genetic testing for autism can guide interventions-read about autism genetic testing & how the work of Autism Speaks advances
Life on the Spectrum
3.22.2022
One family’s story of navigating their son’s Down syndrome/autism dual diagnosis
Meet Chiara and her son, Jake. Jake's Down syndrome and autism diagnoses do not define him – they are simply part of who he is. Read more about
Blog
3.9.2022
In our own words: Diagnosis stories
Meet Micah James, Victoria and Idoh, three adults on the spectrum diagnosed at different stages in their lives. In this blog, they share their stories
Science Blog
3.8.2022
Expert Q&A: DSM-5 and ASD
In this expert Q&A, Peter J. Chung discusses the DSM-5 ASD criteria, how the understanding of autism has evolved and benefits of a formal autism
Blog
3.3.2022
The day I told the world I’m autistic
Click here to read about how disclosing his autism diagnosis changed the life and career path of Dr. Kerry Magro.
Press Release
3.2.2022
Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward brings NCAA basketball coaches, broadcasters and fans together to increase understanding and acceptance for people with autism
NCAA Basketball coaches, teams and fans across the country will display their support for the autism community by wearing Autism Speaks puzzle-piece
Blog
2.23.2022
A parent found knowledge and community through Family ECHO: Autism
In this Q&A, Carla shares how the Family ECHO sessions have helped her understand her son and develop strategies to help him learn and grow.
Science News
2.23.2022
New study sheds light on the impact of language regression on later communication skills
Researchers analyzed data from 421 autistic children in Canada whose families participated in the “Pathways in ASD” study, supported in part by Autism
Science News
2.23.2022
New research examines autistic special interests
Study results found that 75% of autistic youth had at least one special interest, and 50% of those had two or more special interests. The most common
Blog
2.22.2022
Family ECHO: Autism works to fill the care gap for children with autism
In this Q&A, Amy shares information about Family ECHO: Autism and discusses the impact it has had on the autism community worldwide.
Advocacy News
2.18.2022
Autism Speaks Applauds Introduction of the Autism Family Caregivers Act
Representatives Grace Meng (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Mike Doyle (D-PA) introduced the Autism Family Caregivers Act to improve the lives of
Blog
2.10.2022