Autism
Fatal Shooting Of Teen With Autism Raises Concerns About Police Response
Ryan Gainer's death has heightened concerns about law enforcement's use of force against people experiencing mental health issues and the lack of support services available when families call for help.
Chewy Helping Train Autism Service Dogs
The pet supply retailer is welcoming puppies at its office who are being trained to one day be placed as service dogs with children on the spectrum.
NIH Told To Improve Coordination Of Federal Autism Activities
Federal officials should be doing more to monitor and coordinate efforts to address the needs of those with autism, government investigators say.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Autism Diagnoses Are Soaring. Here’s How Some Colleges Are Responding
Almost all campuses have an office that provides resources to students with documented disabilities, but comprehensive support programs for autism are rare. That's starting to change.
Study Finds Widely Available Drug May Lower Anxiety In Those With Autism
New research suggests that a decades-old drug can alleviate anxiety issues in kids and young adults with autism.
With New Season, ‘The Good Doctor’ Adds Character With Autism
An actress with autism is set to take on a prominent role in a prime-time network drama.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
One Of The Country’s First Elected Officials With Autism Wins Discrimination Case
After being open about having autism and being deaf during her run for office, Sarah Selvaggi Hernandez said she was repeatedly denied disability accommodations prompting a four-year legal battle.
Lack Of Resources To Address Severe Behaviors Leaves Families With Few Options
Families desperate for help with children with developmental disabilities are often left to put their trust in facilities hundreds of miles away or risk their own safety to handle crises at home.
Coffee Clubs Give Adults With Autism A Chance To Bond, Build Relationships
The gatherings provide a safe space with social supports for adults on the autism spectrum to meet up, make connections, play cards and board games or simply read a book.
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
Autism-Friendly Airports, Hotels Offer Travel Accessibility
With autism rates rising significantly in recent decades, the travel industry is taking notice, providing free practice stays, boarding rehearsals and more.
Broadway Musical Starring Actors With Autism To Close
A groundbreaking Broadway show starring several actors with autism will close after less than three months.
Autism Dating Show Set To Return
An Emmy-winning documentary series following the dating experiences of several people with autism across the nation is back with a new season.