How personal advocacy influences autism policy

Technology May Help Doctors Learn To Address Autism

Despite the increasing prevalence of autism, many pediatricians remain ill-equipped to identify and support kids with the developmental disorder, but a new approach may help stem that tide.

What you should know about autism

See what a kid with autism sees for 90 eye-opening seconds.

Why this video of a boy with autism zipping up his jacket is so powerful

A video of a 6-year-old boy with autism zipping up his jacket has become a powerful symbol of the milestones achieved by special needs children.

10 Things Autism Parents Wish You Knew

Kristi Campbell is a semi-lapsed career woman with about 18 years of marketing experience in a variety of national and global technology companies. While she does work part-time, her passion is writin

Eye-Opening PSA Shows What A Normal Day Is Like For A Child With Autism

"Understand autism, the person, and the change you can make."

What a Donkey Knows About Autism

Hal Walter uses burro racing to help his son with autism.

What If People With Autism Are Actually Hyperfunctional?

An unconventional theory for autism shows promise in a new study in rats

10 Things People with Autism Want Employers to Know

What is Autism Advocacy?

The the main categories of autism advocates. It’s a word anybody who is familiar with the autism community has heard – advocacy. It seems as though everybody is an advocate for autism. Some are advocating for better services, and for laws aimed to help families and fund research. Others are advocating for their own children, …

How robots are helping children with autism

Eleanor Tucker: Researchers believe robots hold the key to early diagnosis, as well as teaching social skills. What can they do that humans can’t?

Tips for Successful Haircuts

Haircuts can sometimes be difficult for people with autism. The challenges can range from sensory issues to anxiety about what will happen during the haircutting process. Autism Speaks has partnered

Why Girls With Autism Are Diagnosed Later Than Boys

They present symptoms differently than boys, which may result in missed diagnoses

Government Panel Questions Universal Autism Screening

With autism rates rising, experts have pushed for years to expand screening for the developmental disorder to all children. But now an influential panel is saying not so fast.

The Surprising Body Part That Might Be Causing Autism

Autism is one of medicine's most perplexing mysteries, but groundbreaking research suggests a treatment may come in the form of...

Seven toilet training tips that help nonverbal children with autism

Experts in the Autism Speaks Autism Treatment Network answer a parent's plea for guidance

How My Son With Autism Became the Hit of the Trick-or-Treating Scene