By Jim McKinley Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are very prevalent in the United States. One in 68 children is diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, according to the Centers for Disease Control’s autism prevalence report in 2016. The number was unchanged from the previous report in 2014. That…

Dining out can be a challenge, but these restaurants make it easier.Source: The Autism Site

It's pretty rare...but not terribly so in people with autism.Source: The Autism Site

The Art of Autism is excited to be part of the “A” Train at the Skirball March 11. Many of our artists will have art tables at this event. Below is an article we published about this incredible one-woman play. The backdrop to the play was formed of art work of Art of Autism artists ̵…

Could these two very different conditions be somehow connected?Source: The Autism Site

“Garrett is such a unique little man who loves Batman things. I am most proud of Garrett for never giving up. No matter how hard things get for him, he continues to move forward. For a little guy with no friends he sure makes do. He teaches me new things ever day and I am so proud to call him …

Because listening to what autistic people have to say is so important.Source: The Autism Site

Many people aren't familiar with this type of therapy that can help those on the spectrum. Source: The Autism Site

“…my artists are reminded every day that we are not just advocating for ourselves, but for people with disabilities all over the world, because we are showing them that this is possible. This is the only art studio in the country that is managed by artists with disabilities,” Mehri…

Not many people are familiar with this type of therapy that can help those on the spectrum. Source: The Autism Site

Robert Watkins past experiences have more clarity after getting his adult autism diagnosis. By Robert Watkins Becoming aware that you’re autistic at the age of 56 is quite something. While some who get a late diagnosis feel differently, I was delighted; it was an instantaneous revelation. It’s…

"We describe his autism to him as a superpower, it may take a little from other areas of life but it's given him the superpower of music."Source: The Autism Site

His tattoo is going viral!Source: The Autism Site

By Rachel Summers Many people see teaching autistic children as an extra challenge, as many of them don’t learn in conventional ways. However, teaching an autistic child simply requires you to look at teaching in a different way. Below are some methods educators can use when teaching a child, …