Articles
Expert Opinion
6.28.2019
Autism and gender identity
Dr, Eric Butter answers a question about autism and gender identity from parents that suspect their child may be transgender.
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
Fecal transplants for autism
Dr. Kent Williams discusses the science behind fecal transplants in autism, safety concerns, if it works and more.
Blog
6.12.2019
He is one lucky boy to be your son: A letter to an autism dad
Kimberlee Rutan McCafferty shares an open letter to her husband, a father of two sons on the autism spectrum.
Blog
6.10.2019
How to start a Facebook fundraiser for Autism Speaks
Start a Facebook fundraiser for Autism Speaks in three easy steps!
Life on the Spectrum
6.3.2019
A poem about creating an inclusive world
Read a poem by self-advocate Ryan Lee on creating an inclusive world.
Expert Opinion
5.31.2019
Is there research on the use of cannabis products with children with autism?
Dr, Gregory Barnes answers a question about CBD for autism and if there is research on the use of cannabis products with children with autism.
Blog
5.30.2019
I just graduated with my doctorate and I have autism
Click here to read a post by Kerry Magro about graduating with his doctorate while on the spectrum.
Science News
5.20.2019
Autism Speaks and Royal Arch Masons fund 2 new studies on auditory processing disorder
Autism Speaks, with the support of a Royal Arch Research Assistance grant, is funding two pilot studies to understand central auditory processing
Blog
5.14.2019
12 ways to beat the heat this summer
In an effort help our family and yours ride out the heat waves - I've compiled a list of tip, tricks, and activities to keep us cool all summer long!
Blog
5.14.2019
Four tips for a smooth transition to Summer
The school year is winding down and it's time for Summer break! Click here to read four tips for a smooth transition into Summer.
Blog
5.10.2019
A letter to my son with autism on Mother’s Day
Read a letter from a mother, Tina Velazquez, to her autistic son about how he changed her life and what she learned from taking care of him.
Blog
5.8.2019
A salute to mothers of children with autism
With Mother’s Day being around the corner, I wanted to take this time to emphasize how truly valuable mothers are, especially those with special needs
News
5.8.2019