"He's become one with our team, and I mean, little Jude, we love seeing the black car he comes in every day."Source: The Autism Site

For 22 years, Reggie's mom got social security benefits on his behalf. Now she may be unfairly forced to pay it all back.Source: The Autism Site

By Alex Frank My sister Mia, who is now 24 years old, was at a crossroads before being employed at Popcorn for the People. Most people who are autistic or have special needs struggle intensely to find some form of employment. In fact, the unemployment rate for adults with disabilities in America is …

Mrs. P has been activating her voice for literacy on the web since 2008. She also activated her voice for autism, to speak up to end bullying and speak out for acceptance. But her real mission is to activate the voices of students. We had a chat with the real Mrs. P, actress and literacy advocate, K…

"In this horrific situation when I have felt so lost and so alone so many people have come together from all over the world to help my little guy."Source: The Autism Site

The authors conclude that if our children on the spectrum are not lovingly ‘pushed,’ particularly away from a reliance on internet technology, ‘the outcome is predictable: continued dependency, vulnerability to internet/gaming addiction, loneliness, and insecurity, and a vocational wasteland.&…

Pfizer is concerned that parents may give their children 5x more than they should due to improper labeling on the measuring cup.Source: The Autism Site

Catherine Rose Hillin’s birthday is August 29th. That’s the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina AND Hurricane Harvey (both of which hit her hometown on that day). “It’s really not a great day for the world overall. But this year, something good is going to happen on that day: on my 26th birthday,…

Wendy describes the challenges for someone on the autism spectrum for what many would call a simple outing. By Wendi E. Powers Going out in public is always an adventure for those of us on the autism spectrum.  While I can’t speak for the others, I can share a personal example.  Just…

How painting unlocked one woman’s ability as a savant. Congratulations to Amanda LaMunyon who on the Megyn Kelly show this morning! Here’s the video for those who missed it! Here’s a link to the Today show article Source: The Art of Autism

Ryan Smoluk talks about the importance of not listening to other’s negative projections for the future. By Ryan Smoluk “Oh no, no Ryan don’t think about going to university! You will never be able to do that!” a teacher in elementary told me. I was crushed. Was that true? I only ever tho…

The medications are used for things from coughs and tummy aches to bed wetting and appetite control.Source: The Autism Site

Stella Spanakos currently employs 72 young adults on the spectrum.Source: The Autism Site

Plaintiffs say that the "happiest place on Earth" is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act.Source: The Autism Site