Articles
Advocacy News
7.8.2020
Impact of Georgia’s FY21 budget on the autism community
Over the past month, the Georgia state legislature has reviewed the proposed budget, and autism advocates have played a critical role in making our
Expert Opinion
6.30.2020
Tips for an autism-friendly Fourth of July
Check out this list of helpful tips to make July 4th and fireworks enjoyable for yourself and/or your autistic loved one.
Blog
6.29.2020
Making your own fun this summer
In the Zoom meeting era, it has become easy to lose sight of what it’s like outside. In case you haven’t opened your shades in a while, it’s summer.
Blog
6.19.2020
The joys and challenges of being a father with autism
In this special Father's Day feature, Phil discusses the joys and challenges that come with being a father with autism. Initially, when he found out
Science News
6.12.2020
Study finds health disparities for LGBTQ+ autistic adults
In one of the first large-scale surveys on the health outcomes of LGBTQ+ autistic adults, researchers found that these adults saw a range of health
News
6.10.2020
Our commitment to addressing racial disparities in the autism community
At Autism Speaks, we are reflecting on the social unrest in our country and its intersection with our work in support of people with autism,
Science News
6.10.2020
Review of interventions for autistic adults finds lack of evidence-based treatments
NEW YORK -- Despite research clearly indicating that autistic adults have poorer health outcomes than typically developing adults, a recent review
Advocacy News
5.27.2020
Autism Speaks urges adapted hospital policies to allow support providers for autistic and disabled people
For people with autism and significant communication or behavioral challenges, even a typical hospital stay can be an overwhelming experience. Today,
Life on the Spectrum
5.22.2020
10 things that helped me during meltdowns as an autistic child
Click here to read a list from Kerry Magro, an autistic author and professional speaker, that helped him during meltdowns as an autistic child.
Science News
5.21.2020
Autism Speaks mobilizes autism researchers to meet community needs during pandemic
NEW YORK -- Autism Speaks, in partnership with the Autism Science Foundation (ASF), working together with the International Society for Autism
Press Release
5.20.2020
Autism Research Community COVID-19 Task Force
NEW YORK -- Autism Speaks, in partnership with the Autism Science Foundation (ASF), working together with the International Society for Autism
Blog
5.12.2020
What are sensory toys and how do they help?
What are sensory toys? Click here to learn about sensory toys, how they help and why autistic children may find them more appealing than other toys.
Blog
5.7.2020
Coming to terms with knowing my son will never be independent
I can’t change the fact that he will often remain dependent on others. But I can do all I can to help him do for himself as much as possible.
Advocacy News
5.5.2020
Statement on National Emergency Educational Waivers related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Autism Speaks is grateful that the Department heeded the call from advocates and families across the country and refrained from recommending the
Expert Opinion
4.29.2020
Thriving at home during the pandemic
Two adults - one autistic and one professional interested in ASD and resilience – recently talked about the pandemic as experienced by autistics. Read
Blog
4.22.2020