Articles

mandy feature
Blog
9.11.2018

This is why we will never stop going out in public

Read a blog from Mandy about public outings with her autistic son and why she always encourages parents to continue taking their autistic kids out in
cayla and bro
Blog
9.11.2018

20 Things You Experience as a 'Neurotypical' Sibling

Cayla Stanley, 25, knows equally well the challenges facing individuals on the spectrum and the joys afforded by knowing someone with special needs
autism toys, sensory toys for autism, gifts for kids with autism
News
9.6.2018

Ten toys and games for autistic toddlers and children

Here's your guide to the best gifts for kids with autism. Find toys & games for autistic children that provide the best opportunities for fun and
Steven Sandor SELPAL, Inside-Outside Vortex from “Dream Series” (Dream Date: Dec. 23, 1987)
News
9.5.2018

Drawing Autism: Inside the minds of artists on the spectrum

The drawings in the book give an incredible glimpse into the minds of artists who fall on various places of the spectrum.
Getting a Life with Aspergers book by Jesse Saperstein
Blog
9.5.2018

Award-winning author on the spectrum's advice on transition to adulthood

Jesse Saperstein is a 32-year-old man with Asperger's syndrome and an anti-bullying activist. His new book is, "Getting a Life with Asperger's Lessons
children getting on the school bus
Science Blog
9.5.2018

Autism training for school bus drivers

With the prompting of parents, the staff of this Autism Treatment Network center created a model autism-sensitivity and skills-building program for
pile of medications
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Behavioral Medication Side Effects

Click here to read an experts opinion on the pros and cons of medicines that can ease the behavioral challenges of children and adolescents with
driving hero
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Teen with autism reluctant to drive; should this parent push?

My son, who has autism, is not sure if he wants to learn to drive. He’s nervous about getting into an accident. He follows laws, is very careful and
a man wearing a black wetsuit while surfing in the ocean
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Autism and Exercise: Special Benefits

Participating in physical activity programs has social benefits and produces lasting skills for people with autism. Read more about autism and
Autism Speaks Asks: Got Questions?
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Anxiety disorders and autism

Anxiety is a serious problem for many people on the autism spectrum, as reported by parents, adolescents and adults with autism.
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Parents of child with autism seek help with public meltdowns

Handling tantrums and meltdowns in public can be hard. Learn tips on ways to help calm a child with autism.
Woman looking at a lake and mountains out a window
Blog
9.5.2018

Five things to do while waiting for an autism evaluation

Use these 5 tips to help you prepare for your child's autism spectrum disorder (ASD) evaluation.
hero look away
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Autism and learning to respond to one’s name

Grandparents seek advice on encouraging their grandson to look their way when they call his name. Learn how to get an autistic child to respond to
teen in a blue hoodie balancing on a guard rail
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Autism and Puberty

Experts from Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center share advice about autism and puberty in teens. Click here to access free resources to help your
Autism Speaks Asks: Got Questions?
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

The Pica and Autism Connection: Help & Perspective

Our teenager continues to eat the strangest things. Is there a connection between autism and pica or other eating disorders?
Young girl with a machine around her head during a medical exam
Expert Opinion
9.5.2018

Auditory Processing Disorder

I read that Autism Speaks is funding research into auditory processing disorder. What is it, and how does it affect people with autism?