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Amanda Bennett Palladino, MD, MPH
Blog
3.23.2022

Expert Q&A: Explaining the conditions that accompany autism

In this Q&A, Amanda Bennett Palladino, MD, MPH, shares some of the most common conditions that accompany autism and offers support and resources to
Genetic mutations associated with ASD increase risk for other co-occurring conditions
Science News
3.23.2022

Genetic mutations associated with ASD increase risk for other co-occurring conditions

A study published in the Journal of Child Health Care shows that people with genetic mutations associated with ASD are at higher risk for other co
Dean Hartley
Science Blog
3.23.2022

Genetic testing for autism can guide interventions

Dean Hartley shares how genetic testing for autism can guide interventions-read about autism genetic testing & how the work of Autism Speaks advances
Jake
Life on the Spectrum
3.22.2022

One family’s story of navigating their son’s Down syndrome/autism dual diagnosis

Meet Chiara and her son, Jake. Jake's Down syndrome and autism diagnoses do not define him – they are simply part of who he is.  Read more about
James, Idoh and Victoria
Blog
3.9.2022

In our own words: Diagnosis stories

Micah James, Victoria and Idoh share their stories of getting diagnosed with autism at different stages in life to inspire others to embrace their own
Photo of Peter J. Chung, MD, FAAP
Science Blog
3.8.2022

Expert Q&A: DSM-5 and ASD

In this expert Q&A, Peter J. Chung discusses the DSM-5 ASD criteria, how the understanding of autism has evolved and benefits of a formal autism
Man in a red shirt holds a letterboard sign that reads "Autism doesn't come with an instruction guide, it comes with a family who will never give up"
Blog
3.3.2022

The day I told the world I’m autistic

Click here to read about how disclosing his autism diagnosis changed the life and career path of Dr. Kerry Magro.
Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward brings NCAA basketball coaches, broadcasters and fans together
Press Release
3.2.2022

Autism Speaks Coaches Powering Forward brings NCAA basketball coaches, broadcasters and fans together to increase understanding and acceptance for people with autism

NCAA Basketball coaches, teams and fans across the country will display their support for the autism community by wearing Autism Speaks puzzle-piece
mother hugging her child
Blog
2.23.2022

Parent gains knowledge through Family ECHO sessions

In this Q&A, Karla shares how the Family ECHO sessions have helped her understand her son and develop strategies to help him learn and grow.
child looking at map
Science News
2.23.2022

New study sheds light on the impact of language regression on later communication skills

Researchers analyzed data from 421 autistic children in Canada whose families participated in the “Pathways in ASD” study, supported in part by Autism
toy trains on a track
Science News
2.23.2022

Research examines autism and special interests

Study results found that 75% of autistic youth had at least one special interest, and 50% of those had two or more special interests. The most common
Amy Hess and her son in an art gallery
Blog
2.22.2022

Family ECHO: Autism works to fill the care gap for children with autism

In this Q&A, Amy shares information about Family ECHO: Autism and discusses the impact it has had on the autism community worldwide.
A mom works with a child who has autism during a Caregiver Skills Training workshop. Photo courtesy Mom2Mom
Advocacy News
2.18.2022

Autism Speaks Applauds Introduction of the Autism Family Caregivers Act

Representatives Grace Meng (D-NY), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) and Mike Doyle (D-PA) introduced the Autism Family Caregivers Act to improve the lives of
Dan with his parents, Emily and Michael
Blog
2.10.2022

A family shares their experience navigating dating and relationships on the spectrum

Read this Q&A about a family that shares their experiences of helping their son navigate dating and relationships on the spectrum.
Ira while dancing
Blog
2.10.2022

A parent’s perspective on her son’s quest to find love on the spectrum

Lisa E. has taken an active role in helping her son meet someone special and work on his relationship skills. Learn more about Ira’s story of love.
Brigid Rankowski
Life on the Spectrum
2.10.2022

Being clear and being romantic

Brigid Rankowski shares her rules and advice for dating on the spectrum. Click here for autism dating advice.