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5.2.2024
A note to parents of autistic children
If your child is newly diagnosed with ASD, don’t think of it as a burden, rather a different direction. Read a note to parents of autistic kids from
Blog
4.30.2024
BPD and autism
BPD and autism are distinct mental health conditions but share features which can lead to misdiagnosis. Learn more about misdiagnosis of BPD and
Blog
4.30.2024
Making sense of autistic meltdowns in adults
Autistic adults are vulnerable to meltdowns due to social, communication and sensory differences. Learn about autistic meltdowns in adults and what
Press Release
4.30.2024
New $2 million research initiative will study heart and brain health in people with autism
The American Heart Association and Autism Speaks are joining forces to fund pioneering research to learn more about how to enhance cardiovascular and
Blog
4.22.2024
Cheryl Chafos honors her late son, Zachary, by advocating for autism training among healthcare professionals
Zachary Chafos, a 19-year-old nonverbal autistic young adult with intellectual disabilities who suffered from seizures since age 14 and had some
Science News
4.22.2024
Autism Speaks opens grant applications for autistic researchers
As part of our mission to be a catalyst for life-enhancing research breakthroughs, Autism Speaks is proud to announce a new round of our Predoctoral
Advocacy News
4.19.2024
Takeaways from the April 2024 IACC Meeting
This IACC meeting was an opportunity to recognize Autism Acceptance Month, share upcoming IACC publications and federal agency updates, and discuss
Science News
4.17.2024
Research shows no causal link between Tylenol and autism
A new study shows that there is no link between Tylenol and autism and that the previously reported connection is likely due to other underlying
Blog
4.15.2024
John Frizzell: Leveraging the talents of autistic individuals to 'boldy go where no one has gone before'
Acclaimed composer John Frizzell recently shared his ASD diagnosis, describing strengths and differences his autism offers that have helped him excel.
Blog
4.12.2024
Video: Thriving with autism
From struggles with speech loss to graduating from the University of Missouri, St. Louis - Meet Tyler and read about how he is thriving with autism.
Advocacy News
4.10.2024
Autism Speaks Endorses Bill to Ban the Sale of Water Beads Marketed as Toys
Autism Speaks has joined family advocates and groups like the American Academy of Pediatrics in calling for a ban of the sale of water beads marketed
News
4.5.2024
Autism Speaks rings the NASDAQ stock market closing bell for World Autism Month
Brian Harper, chairman of the Autism Speaks Board of Directors was joined with a group of autistic people, families and caregivers, and Autism Speaks
Blog
4.4.2024
Video: Meet the fearless autistic NASCAR driver Armani Williams
Meet Armani Williams, the first NASCAR driver with autism. Armani uses his career as a platform to help improve life outcomes for families affected by
Blog
4.3.2024
Meet the change makers
We are proud to launch our Champions of Change program, empowering 5 people from all corners of the country to be messengers, advocates, allies and
News
4.2.2024
Autistic people need us to act fearlessly this World Autism Month
Autism Speaks CEO writes a letter urging the community to act fearlessly for autistic people, their family and their friends this World Autism Month &
Science News
4.2.2024