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Blog
11.21.2017

A new perspective on being thankful after raising a child with autism

This guest blog post was written by Angela Smith, a mom, wife, student, and driver of “The Struggle Bus,” living in Raleigh, North Carolina. Her
Blog
11.17.2017

'The Good Doctor' actor with autism talks about dream role

This is an interview with Coby Bird, a young up-and-coming actor with autism who recently guest starred on The Good Doctor.
Khali Raymond wearing a graduation cap and gown, holding a diploma
Life on the Spectrum
11.15.2017

I was bullied for most of my childhood; Now I'm a published author

This post is by Khali Raymond who lives in Newark, New Jersey. Khali is an author, a poet, and an artist. As a child, he was diagnosed with Asperger
Advocacy News
11.14.2017

Kevin and Avonte's Law reintroduced in Congress

On Thursday, November 2, 2017, Congress reintroduced Kevin and Avonte's Law (S.2070/H.R. 4221), proposed legislation that would help safeguard
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Blog
11.14.2017

The amazing day my son with autism first said 'I love you'

This guest blog post is by Nick Wright, Labor Relations Representative in San Diego. He is a dedicated father of two, a daughter and his son Brandon
Expert Opinion
11.14.2017

Autism and the holidays: How to cope with the feasting and hubbub

Click here to read an expert opinion by behavior analyst Kara Reagon, on guiding your autistic child during holidays that have an excess of food at
Blog
11.13.2017

Young man with autism finds his calling in dog shows and art

This guest blog post is written by Tanis Baldwin. Tanis' son, Alec, is a dog trainer/ handler, painter, musician and athlete. He also happens to have
Advocacy News
11.13.2017

Autism Speaks CEO, Angela Geiger meets with Congressional leaders

Last week, Autism Speaks President and CEO Angela Geiger met with Congressional leaders including Senator Roy Blunt (MO), House Majority Whip Steve
Blog
11.10.2017

With autism, some questions don’t have answers

This blog post is written by Heidi Cox, who lives in Washington State with her husband and three children. She has been published on the MOPS website
a toddler sleeping in their bed
Science Blog
11.7.2017

Tailored treatments for improving sleep may ease all forms of autism

While sleep disorders are widespread among children and adults with autism, treatments should be tailored to underlying causes.
Blog
11.6.2017

Why we need more understanding about autism in the workplace

This blog post is by Gianna Hitsos, a senior at Gordon College majoring in Vocal Music with a Theatre Arts and French Minor. Hitsos is a autism self
Advocacy News
11.2.2017

2017 Autism Law Summit: "A gathering of doers"

The Autism Law Summit is an annual "gathering of doers in the world of autism law and policy." From what started as a small meeting of a dozen
Blog
11.1.2017

Helping adults with autism find meaningful employment

By John Marble and Chris Morris. Read more about the Autism Advantage Program.
Advocacy News
10.31.2017

Legislation to Support Family Caregivers Advances

The Recognize, Assist, Include, Support, and Engage (RAISE) Family Caregivers Act was introduced to support family caregivers in the United States,
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Expert Opinion
10.31.2017

Store clerk sees autism-related meltdown

I work in a department store during the holidays. Last year, I witnessed a dramatic meltdown of a child whose mom explained he had autism. What could
Advocacy News
10.28.2017

Congressman Mike Gallagher hosts “Autism Across the Spectrum”

Congressman Mike Gallagher hosted "Autism Across the Spectrum" with the purpose of spreading awareness and support to the autism community. Learn more