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Science News
1.29.2021
Study finds higher COVID death rate for Californians with disabilities and in skilled nursing facilities
In a December study about the impact of COVID-19 in California for people with disabilities, researchers found that risk of COVID infection was linked
Science News
1.27.2021
Autism Speaks, CDC and partners host COVID vaccine webinar for the autism community
Autism Speaks will host the CDC’s Georgina Peacock, M.D., and the presidents of the Autism Society of America and Autism Science Foundation for a
Blog
1.14.2021
Early diagnosis leads to lifelong breakthroughs for boy with autism
With 2020 in the rearview mirror, the new year signified a fresh start and a reason to celebrate for our family: our 7-year-old son, 
Blog
1.8.2021
New year means new hope for two families in autism community
Meet Laila Rose, 7 Hi, I’m Lilly, and I’m proud to introduce the world to my daughter, Laila Rose, a little girl who seems to inspire everyone
Blog
1.6.2021
Five tips on how to become the best version of yourself in 2021
Having autism is a daily challenge – a lifelong process of learning about myself and how to find my place in this world. My experience has
Science News
12.30.2020
Study links reading comprehension challenges in autistic children to specific early and pre-reading skill gaps
A study pointed to two specific early and pre-reading skills as foundational to later reading comprehension abilities. Click to learn more.
Science News
12.23.2020
How better understanding can support better outcomes in police interactions with autistics
People with autism who have communication differences or behavior challenges often use supports or learn skills that allow them to go to school, get
Science News
12.15.2020
Promising treatment programs highlighted at Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors
As experts and the autism community gathered virtually for the second day of the Autism Speaks Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors
Science News
12.15.2020
Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors opens with closer look at solutions to severe behavior
This summit will help provide a framework for solutions needed for autistic kids and adults to reach their full potential. Click to learn more info.
Advocacy News
12.10.2020
Autism Speaks joins disability groups calling for priority access to COVID vaccine for people with autism
Autism and vaccines. Autism Speaks joins several disability groups in advocating for the autism community to be among the first to receive access to
Blog
12.8.2020
The moment I realized my son's progress towards independence
"Yeah, it’s two butter knives, so what right? But for those of you who get it, you know these aren’t just any two knives from just any cutlery set.
Advocacy News
12.4.2020
Autism Speaks applauds Department of Veterans Affairs for including vital autism care in insurance coverage for families of disabled veterans
Click here to read about how the Department of Veterans Affairs is including vital autism care in insurance coverage for families of disabled veterans
Science News
12.2.2020
Autism Speaks to host Thought Leadership Summit on Challenging Behaviors
Autism Speaks will convene an invited group of researchers, clinicians, autistic adults and other autism community members virtually on Dec. 3 and 4,
Science News
12.2.2020
Stress study suggests parent training has benefits for caregivers as well as their kids
A study published in November points to a need for interventions that incorporate parent training to help support their child’s development, based
Blog
12.2.2020
Leaning into autism: Adapt the holiday season to fit your needs
Click here for helpful tips, shared by an autistic mother, to help people with autism and their families enjoy the holiday season and create new
Blog
11.30.2020