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Advocacy News
5.23.2022
2022 Florida Advocacy Wins
Policy efforts will expand access to special education supports, therapy services and insurance information for people with autism in Florida. Read
Advocacy News
5.23.2022
Virginia celebrates increased protections for autism services
New Virginia law ensures that autism is protected by federal mental health parity law and secures coverage for a wider range of medically necessary
Blog
5.19.2022
Expert Q&A: Understanding autism emotional regulation
In this Q&A, Arianna Esposito, BCBA and vice president of services and supports and life span programs at Autism Speaks, discusses emotional
Life on the Spectrum
5.19.2022
Finding inspiration in Mental Health Awareness Month
In this blog, you’ll meet 8-year-old Luke. Luke was diagnosed with autism when he was 2 and faces a variety of sensory and emotional challenges on a
Life on the Spectrum
5.19.2022
In my own words: Finding my true self in honesty
Click here to read how Sam faced her mental health challenges to find her true self and suggestions for others who may be struggling with mental
Press Release
5.16.2022
Autism Speaks Appoints Kelli Seely Chief Marketing Officer
Autism Speaks announced that Kelli Seely has been named Chief Marketing Officer of the organization. Click here to read more.
Science News
5.15.2022
INSAR Day 3: Keynote speaker Liz Pellicano redefines “autistic flourishing”
Liz Pellicano, Ph.D., professor of autism research at University College London, says there is often a gap between the research lab and autistic
Science News
5.14.2022
INSAR Day 2: The Lancet Commission reports on the future of autism care and research
The Lancet Commission helped to create a report of recommendations that can improve quality of life for autistic people and their families worldwide.
Science News
5.13.2022
INSAR Day 2: ECHO Autism works to improve mental health care for autistic people
Autistic people experience a high risk for co-occurring psychiatric conditions, particularly anxiety and depression. Click here to learn more.
Science News
5.12.2022
INSAR Day 1: MSSNG research reveals new genes associated with autism
At INSAR 2022, seven researchers previewed their findings on topics ranging from the genetic causes of autism to chronic physical health disorders in
Advocacy News
5.11.2022
Autism Speaks strongly supports proposed ban on electrical stimulation devices
Proposed legislation includes reinstatement of FDA ban on electrical stimulation devices to curb self-harming and aggressive behaviors
Science News
5.9.2022
Autism Speaks welcomes Dr. Vikram Patel to the science advisory committee
Autism Speaks is pleased to announce that Dr. Vikram Patel, MBBS, Ph.D., has joined the organization’s Medical and Science Advisory Committee. Read
News
5.9.2022
Thomas Frazier joins the Board of Directors
Autism Speaks announces the appointment of clinical psychologist and autism researcher Thomas W. Frazier, Ph.D., to their Board of Directors. Read
Science News
5.3.2022
Autism Speaks-supported research at INSAR 2022
The International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) Annual Meeting, the world’s largest gathering of autism researchers, is being held both
News
5.3.2022
2021 Norma and Malcom Baker Recreation Grant Recipients
114 organizations across 31 states were awarded grant funding of up to $5,000.
Science News
4.29.2022