Articles
Blog
5.4.2017
Things my students on the autism spectrum have taught me
This blog post is by Jana Rooheart. Jana is an online safety specialist and a former educator from Kansas City, where she lives with her husband and
Science Blog
5.4.2017
Autism and ADNP syndrome
How advanced genetic testing and a parent’s observation led to the discovery of a biomarker and a new treatment study for a medically complex form of
Blog
5.3.2017
How my mom's autism helped me unravel my creativity
Zyana Morris is a passionate health and lifestyle blogger who loves to write about prevailing trends.
Life on the Spectrum
5.2.2017
Woman with autism diagnosed late calls for acceptance
Anita Lesko is a Columbia University graduate with her masters in nurse anesthesia and has been working full time for the past 28 years as a Certified
Blog
5.2.2017
My tips for going on vacation with kids with autism
This blog post is from Amy Schinner. Amy and her husband Steve have 2 kids. Ben is on the spectrum, and a freshman at the University of Cincinnati,
Science News
5.1.2017
Many children with autism on medication without behavioral therapy
Study by Autism Speaks ATN raises red flag because, in most cases, first-line treatment should involve non-drug behavioral approaches.
Life on the Spectrum
4.28.2017
When people say "I love someone with autism to the moon and back"
This guest post is by Kerry Magro, a professional speaker, best-selling author and autism entertainment consultant who is on the autism spectrum.
News
4.27.2017
Lebanon closes out World Autism Month with Presidential Ceremony
Lebanon landmarks joined the Light It Up Blue campaign and to mark the end of the World Autism Month.
Life on the Spectrum
4.26.2017
The day I met Temple Grandin
This guest post is from Ron Sandison who works full time in the medical field and is a professor of theology at Destiny School of Ministry.
Blog
4.25.2017
Most of all, I want acceptance for my son with autism
Jarolin wants people to accept her son with autism and she hopes others become more understanding and accepting of people on the spectrum. Read more.
Blog
4.25.2017
Parents surprise son with autism with very own Blockbuster store
A tweet by Twitter user @Jaavii_Zuniga has gone viral after having been retweeted more than 20,000 times. The tweet shows the Twitter user's brother,
Science Blog
4.25.2017
Q&A: Parent video training for autism study
An interview with the author of a new study documenting how video feedback for parents produces early and lasting improvements in autism symptoms.
News
4.24.2017
Autism Speaks celebrates National Volunteer Week
In commemoration of National Volunteer Week, Autism Speaks would like to thank the incredible families and friends who have supported us throughout
News
4.20.2017
New York State votes to release $1 billion for supportive housing
New York State Assembly Social Services Chair Andrew Hevesi (A.D. 28) announced on April 10 the New York State Assembly and New York State Senate
Expert Opinion
4.18.2017
How to Stop my Autistic Child from Pinching
My 4-year-old autistic son will pinch people and run away. We give him time outs; he says "sorry" right when he does it. Can you recommend a solution?
Life on the Spectrum
4.14.2017