Articles
Life on the Spectrum
9.22.2020
Stimming to connect and relieve stress
For years, I hid my stims. I was taught as a child to be ashamed of my hand-flapping and rocking. As an adult, I started exploring why I stim.
Science News
9.21.2020
Autism Speaks releases new CST Caregiver Quick Tips videos to support parents and caregivers of children with autism
Parents and caregivers of children with autism have a new tool in their tool box: a video training series to help them support their child’s
Science News
9.17.2020
Autism and auditory processing disorder: A follow-up
Central auditory processing disorder is common in people with autism. Studying processing disorders, and severe language and sensory issues, is
Science News
9.10.2020
The new normal in public transit and paratransit during COVID
Dr. Feeley is an autism transportation researcher and the Transportation Autism Project Manager at the Rutgers Center for Advanced Infrastructure and
Blog
9.10.2020
Preparing for changes to transportation as an adult on the spectrum
Whether it’s driving a car, walking or taking public transportation, traveling is a skillset that can help create a more independent adult life for
Life on the Spectrum
8.27.2020
A day in the life: Sandy’s schedule adjustments to navigate the new school year
Click here to see how Sandy overcame changes brought upon by the pandemic and how she created a new daily schedule to teach her students.
Blog
8.27.2020
How to support autistic students in a virtual learning environment
Christa Oister, special education teacher at Commonwealth Charter Academy in PA, is often asked how to support students with autism in virtual
Press Release
8.5.2020
Florida issues new COVID-19 testing requirement for group home staff
Autism Speaks commends Florida for vital testing rules for staff of group homes for individuals with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.
Life on the Spectrum
7.30.2020
Back-to-school lessons in self-advocacy as an autistic parent
No parenting book mentions that having kids would require so many social interactions with other adults. Read more from Anne Nagel on back-to-school
Advocacy News
7.30.2020
Ohio Dept. of Education proposes changes to school placement policies
ODE has proposed a change to the rule on “Procedural Safeguards regarding Change of Placement” that removes parental consent for change of placement.
News
7.29.2020
Autism Speaks advocacy priorities to support people with autism through re-opening of community life
Autism Speaks urged federal, state and local officials to ensure the safe re-opening of community life, accommodations for access to community
Science News
7.29.2020
Five ways parents can advocate for their child with autism in virtual learning
Dr. Faustino is a school psychologist in New York. Dr. Oyen is assistant professor of school psychology at the University of South Dakota. When
News
7.28.2020
Autism Speaks’ position on mask-wearing within the autism community
While it is a recommendation, and in many areas a requirement, to slow the spread of COVID-19, wearing a mask is often difficult for those on the
Science Blog
7.28.2020
COVID-19: Tips and resources for autistic people and families
Among the many challenges brought on by COVID-19, there are unique obstacles for people on the spectrum to remain safe and healthy.
Press Release
7.27.2020
SickKids researchers find new genes and variations linked to autism using Autism Speaks’ MSSNG data
NEW YORK (July 27, 2020) – Researchers at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) uncovered new genetic changes and specific genes linked to autism
Blog
7.24.2020