Articles
Science News
9.6.2019
Is autism being overdiagnosed?
Despite claims by a study that autism is overdiagnosed, experts at Autism Speaks said it overstates what the study can realistically draw from
Science News
9.6.2019
Is Autism Genetic?
Is autism genetic? Autism research found 80% of autism risk traced to inherited genes rather than environmental factors or random mutations. Click
Blog
8.29.2019
Women on the autism spectrum and stress
What is “camouflaging” and why is it causing so much stress and anxiety to females on the autism spectrum? Learn how to cope with autism as a woman.
Expert Opinion
8.21.2019
The IEP as more than just a form, but an opportunity
Click here to read an expert opinion from school psychologist Dr. Peter Faustino, on the benefits of having an IEP (Individualized Education Program).
Blog
8.19.2019
Helping children with autism get ready for the school bus
A parent of a child with autism shares tips on getting children ready to ride a school bus, including ways to handle challenges and how to inform bus
Press Release
8.2.2019
Autism Speaks commends Tennessee as it becomes 50th state requiring that insurance plans cover autism
Reforms eliminate restrictions and gaps in coverage of medically necessary autism care
Expert Opinion
7.31.2019
Finding an autism-friendly OB-GYN
"My daughter is almost 13, so I’m planning to schedule her first well-woman exam before school starts. How can I find OB/GYNs or other health care
Science News
7.23.2019
Autism Speaks funds ECHO Autism Primary Care to bring better autism screening and care to your doctor’s office
ECHO Autism Primary Care is a virtual learning program where primary care providers get guidance from autism experts on best practices in autism
Advocacy News
7.22.2019
Connecticut lowers age at which transition services begin
Connecticut Governor Lamont signs bill to lower the age at which transition services begin from 16 to 14.
Science News
7.9.2019
Two studies in Qatar offer snapshot of autism in an Arabic country
Researchers conduct first autism prevalence survey in Qatar and validate screening tool in Arabic
Blog
7.8.2019
One woman's journey navigating autism and mental health
Valerie Paradiz shares her journey of navigating autism and mental health.
Expert Opinion
6.28.2019
Autism and Gender Identity
Click here to see how Eric Butter, Ph.D answers a question about autism and gender identity.
Advocacy News
6.28.2019
Texas Medicaid adds future coverage for autism
Governor Abbott signed a budget bill which requires Texas Medicaid to cover medically necessary care, including applied behavior analysis (ABA).
Press Release
6.25.2019
Autism Speaks commends advancement of the Autism CARES Act of 2019
U.S. House of Representatives holds hearing on bipartisan legislation to fund autism research, services and training benefiting individuals and
Expert Opinion
6.25.2019
Suicide risk in autism
Suicide rates are a national concern, and it is important to know that individuals on the autism spectrum are among those at risk for suicide.
Expert Opinion
6.13.2019