autism research

Understanding the complexity of depression in kids & teens with autism

A Q&A with the author of a ground-breaking study on depression in young people with autism – and the physical and behavioral issues that often accompany it

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Wired differently: Exploring brain connectivity in autism

This Autism Speaks fellow is studying brain connections to deepen understanding of autism’s challenges and strengths

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New study on health risks of risperidone: Your questions answered

We talk with the senior author of a new study on the side effects of a commonly prescribed medicine for behavioral problems in children with autism

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Autism Speaks Science@Work: Why study what causes of autism?

This Autism Speaks fellow is exploring the genetic subtypes of autism to guide the development of personalized interventions

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Transcranial magnetic stimulation for autism: Evidence of benefit?

With a new book out on TMS and autism, we’ve asked a leading expert to weigh in on whether it’s ready for use outside research studies

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Autism Speaks Science@Work: Meet our research fellows

Introducing a new blog series featuring our predoctoral and postdoctoral research fellows and their groundbreaking research projects

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Autism Speaks Science@Work: Stopping dangerous behavior

This Autism Speaks Weatherstone fellow is evaluating the best ways to safely stop violent behavior in someone who has autism

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Your ATN@Work: Personalizing hospital care for children with autism

A Q&A with the lead author of an Autism Treatment Network study that helped develop a model program for tailoring in-patient care to support kids with autism

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