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Science News
12.17.2021
Autism Speaks announces grant funding for early-career scientists
As part of our mission to be a catalyst for life-enhancing research breakthroughs, Autism Speaks is proud to empower early-career scientists through![Autism Speaks renews call for significant increase in funding for research and services to support the 2.3% of U.S. children with Autism Spectrum Disorder](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/1%20in%2044%20children%20map%20graphic.jpg.webp?itok=SVEg1Wkn)
Press Release
12.2.2021
Autism Speaks renews call for significant increase in funding for research and services to support the 2.3% of U.S. children with autism spectrum disorder
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released today its biennial update of autism’s estimated prevalence among the nation’s children,![WHO Caregiver Skills Training shows promising results in Italy](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/CST%20Training_0.jpg.webp?itok=XFVpKQWN)
Science News
11.23.2021
WHO Caregiver Skills Training shows promising results in Italy
A new study shows that the Caregiver Skills Training (CST) program can help parents improve their skills and engage with their autistic children. Read![The words "BUILD BACK BETTER" in red, white and blue colors (credit: shutterstock)](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/BBB_shutterstock.com_c.png.webp?itok=bZnxI7GU)
Advocacy News
11.19.2021
U.S. House Passes Historic Investment in Home and Community-Based Services
The historic $150 billion investment in HCBS was passed as a part of the Build Back Better Act and comes after months of advocacy where autistic![Research highlights the importance of vocational activities for adults with autism](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Work%20and%20Wellbeing%20Study.jpg.webp?itok=-xxhVb8j)
Science News
11.15.2021
Research highlights the importance of vocational activities for adults with autism
A new study shows that vocational activities like employment, volunteer work and post-secondary education are associated with higher well-being and![New insights into the sexual health and activity of autistic adults and adolescents](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/New%20insights%20into%20the%20sexual%20health%20and%20activity%20of%20autistic%20adults%20and%20adolescents.jpg.webp?itok=rMr4E_ai)
Science News
11.15.2021
New insights into the sexual health and activity of autistic adults and adolescents
A new study reveals significant differences in sexual orientation and activity between autistic and non-autistic people across the lifespan. Click![Jennifer Seidel](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Autism%20Speaks%20elects%20Jennifer%20Seidel%20to%20its%20national%20board.png.webp?itok=TN-0Rf9J)
News
10.19.2021
Jennifer Seidel elected to national board
Autism Speaks elected Jennifer Seidel to its national board of directors, effective August 2021.![Keith Wargo's headshot](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/keith-wargo-headshot.jpg.webp?itok=fQ9e20JR)
Press Release
10.7.2021
Keith Wargo Appointed President and CEO of Autism Speaks
Keith Wargo has been named president and CEO of Autism Speaks. Mr. Wargo’s appointment is effective October 15, 2021, and follows the Board of![Vicki Depenbusch, Speaker Hilgers, Commissioner Blomstedt, Sen. Walz, and Cathy Martinez](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/NE1.jpg.webp?itok=r-ppQnUa)
Advocacy News
10.6.2021
Autism Speaks recognizes Nebraska legislators as autism champions
Autism advocates joined us in recognizing the leadership of Speaker Mike Hilgers, Senator Lynne Walz and Nebraska Department of Education Commissioner![New study improves criteria to identify sleep problems in autistic children and adolescents](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Sleep%20Science%20News.png.webp?itok=kneSefHV)
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](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Restrictive%20Behaviors.jpg.webp?itok=_ON5qG-6)
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![Medical supplies](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/derek-finch-zkrPU_1AwdU-unsplash.jpg.webp?itok=v2YI1Akc)
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](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/pexels-sora-shimazaki-5926292.jpg.webp?itok=i4MPMM4U)
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![Autism Speaks opens applications for Norma and Malcom Baker Recreation Grants](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Autism%20Speaks%20opens%20applications%20for%20Norma%20and%20Malcom%20Baker%20Recreation%20Grants.png.webp?itok=b9rTbFE6)
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](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/Oklahoma%20Flag_001.png.webp?itok=4Ok6YjXR)
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![CAST Primary Care](/sites/default/files/styles/content_grid/public/CAST%20Primary%20Care.jpg.webp?itok=ROM4RAr6)
Science News
8.25.2021