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11.27.2017
'The Good Doctor' autism awareness PSA
Actor Freddie Highmore, star of ABC's hit show The Good Doctor filmed a PSA to bring awareness to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Blog
11.27.2017
My son is a brave warrior in a silent world
This guest blog post is written by Michelle Sobel. Her 24 year-old son is on the autism spectrum. Michelle is from Melbourne, Australia, and has
Expert Opinion
11.25.2017
Ten tips to prevent autism-related shopping meltdowns
How can I help my child avoid meltdowns at the store? Everything is okay with him until he gets into the store.
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.
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
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
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