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Advocacy News
10.6.2021
Autism Speaks recognizes Nebraska legislators as autism champions
Autism advocates joined us in recognizing the leadership of Speaker Mike Hilgers, Senator Lynne Walz and Nebraska Department of Education Commissioner
Science News
10.5.2021
New study improves criteria to identify sleep problems in autistic children and adolescents
A study has developed and validated a new cut-off value for the Children’s Sleep Habits Questionnaire for autism (CSHQ-autism), a common tool used to
Science News
10.5.2021
Research finds patterns in restrictive and repetitive behaviors based on individual characteristics
A study found differences in restrictive and repetitive behaviors (RRBs) in children with autism based on characteristics like age, sex, cognitive
Blog
9.30.2021
Anabel V. apoya a la comunidad hispana a través de su trabajo en el equipo de respuestas al autismo
El Equipo de Respuesta al Autismo (ART, por sus siglas en inglés) es una línea de información para la comunidad autista, ¡pero me gusta pensar que
Blog
9.30.2021
Anabel V. supports the Hispanic community through her work on the Autism Response Team
The Autism Response Team (ART) is an information line for the autism community, but I like to think we are so much more than a phone number.
Science News
9.23.2021
Research reveals racial and ethnic disparities in benefits eligibility and spending among autistic adults
A recent peer-reviewed study published in May in PLOS One reveals significant disparities in eligibility for Medicare and Medicaid coverage among
Advocacy News
9.10.2021
Autism Speaks urges Texas to protect the voting rights of autistic individuals
Voting is a fundamental right. Autism Speaks is concerned that recent changes to Texas’ election laws will make voting more burdensome for people with
Blog
9.9.2021
In-home therapy techniques help 8-year-old Grace K. learn and grow
Grace was diagnosed with autism at age 2. Click here to see how in-home therapy techniques helped the 8-year-old learn and grow.
Press Release
9.2.2021
Autism Speaks opens applications for Norma and Malcom Baker Recreation Grants
Autism Speaks 2021 Local Impact Grant applications are open! The program accepts applications from both for-profit and non-profit organizations for
Advocacy News
8.30.2021
Oklahoma Insurance Department announces expanded coverage of autism benefits
Policy changes included in the insurance bulletin will provide more equitable access to care by changing the state’s mandated age, dollar and hour
Blog
8.27.2021
Helpful Roadmaps and Tool Kits: Adulthood
Autism Speaks is committed to helping adults navigate challenges with our range of Tool Kits and roadmaps. View our most frequently downloaded
Science News
8.25.2021
Study offers a new model for primary care clinics serving adults with autism
Learn about The Center for Autism Services and Transition (CAST), a new primary care clinic model that helps improve healthcare services for adults
Advocacy News
8.18.2021
Accessing Developmental Disability Waiver Services in Illinois
This resource aims to help guide you through the process of obtaining Illinois DD Waiver Services, given recent changes in PUNS guidelines.
Press Release
8.16.2021
Autism Speaks awards more than $821,000 for autism research
See how Autism Speaks is advancing the study of causes and better interventions for autism by funding $821,800 in grants to eight researchers studying
Blog
8.12.2021
ABA: What is it and what it means to me
ABA is only meant for children, but the therapy can also have huge benefits for adults. One autistic community member shares her experience with ABA.
Blog
8.11.2021