Articles
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018
Autism and depression: What is the connection?
Click here to see how Christopher McDougle, MD answers a question about the connection between autism and depression and the challenges of diagnosing
Advocacy News
9.5.2018
Advancing medical care through the ACE Kids Act
The Advancing Care of Exceptional Kids Act of 2017 (ACE Kids Act) will bring us closer to ensuring these vulnerable children receive the care they
Blog
9.4.2018
My review of 'The Good Doctor' as an adult with autism
Kerry Magro, a best-selling author who is on the autism spectrum, shares a review of The Good Doctor.
Blog
9.4.2018
10 ways a parent can help their autistic child
Click here to read 10 tips from Kimberlee Rutan McCafferty, a mother to two autistic sons, on 10 things parents can do to help their child with ASD.
News
9.4.2018
Julia debuts on Sesame Street episode about autism acceptance
Sesame Street debuted their newest muppet, Julia, on HBO on April 10, 2017. Julia made headlines earlier in the year for being the first Sesame Street
Life on the Spectrum
9.4.2018
10 inspiring quotes from people with autism
Click here to read 10 autism quotes from people with autism who have been able to inspire a great deal of hope.
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
What can I do while I wait for an evaluation?
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit on what you can do while waiting to get an autism test.
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
Getting a formal evaluation
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit on Getting a Formal Autism Evaluation.
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
Talking to your healthcare provider about concerns
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks First Concern to Action Tool Kit on talking to your healthcare provider about concerns in your
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
How Technology Can Help
In today’s day and age, it seems our whole world revolves around smart phones, tablets and the internet. “Google It!” or “I’ll ‘friend’ you later!” or
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
Health Needs for Young Adults
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on Health Needs for Young Adults.
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
Preparing for Employment
While your child is still in high school, you may want to begin the process of learning and educating him or her about possible future careers. Go
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
Community Living
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on community living.
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
Ten Ways to Build Independence
This list from Autism Speaks' Autism Response Team member tells how to help autistic children increase independence at home, school and in the
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018
The Importance of Self-Advocacy in the Transition Process
Click here to read an excerpt from the Autism Speaks Transition Tool Kit on The Importance of Self-Advocacy in the Transition Process.
Tool Kit Excerpt
9.2.2018