By Lydia Wayman Like most kids on the spectrum, I had major challenges with executive functioning. I left things everywhere. I could do my homework on my own without a problem, but I couldn’t keep the assignment book up to date, so I’d get full credit on the paper and then miss points fo…

Researchers have repurposed CRISPR, the popular gene-editing tool, for tracing cell lineages in whole organisms1. The technology could reveal which brain areas develop atypically in animal models of autism and other conditions. Mapping cell lineage typically involves marking certain types of cells —…

A standard mouse strain used by researchers worldwide harbors a rogue mutation that impairs immune cell development — and may confound results1. The findings are a striking reminder that a mouse’s genetic background may have a significant influence on its behavior and biology. The researchers came t…

We’re thrilled to announce a new partnership that will bring The Art of Autism‘s resources in front of The Mighty‘s wide-reaching readership. The Art of Autism will now have a growing home page on The Mighty and appear on many stories on the site. The Mighty is a story-based health…

Tell me about the colors only you can see. Scarlett was diagnosed with autism today. They say a diagnosis of autism is given every 20 minutes… By Alyssa Adamson Sweet child, light of my life, I promise to never allow any fear to stop me from unlocking all of the universes that exist in your br…

We have seen many types of prosthetic arm, especially for kids, that can be easily printed on a 3D printer for as low as $50. Low cost and easy access make sure that a child can get a new prosthetic arm as they outgrow it. What can be more fun for those kids is if they could have an arm they could h…

In the years immediately after a parent learns of a diagnosis of autism, it can be especially challenging to think of the long term. But as parents advocate for their child, and as practitioners work with the family to create goals for that child, the long term must be considered. Here are a few sug…

“Our vision is about creating a world where inclusion is something that happens every day. It’s not an exception to the rule, it IS the rule.” It’s a beautiful, bright morning. I’m sitting at a breakfast hosted by Gatepath, a Bay Area nonprofit that has been serving those with special needs for 96 y…

Adults with autism deliberately hurt themselves much more often than other adults do, an online survey suggests1. This behavior, which may provide a physical outlet for emotional pain, crops up twice as often in women with autism as in men with the condition. The findings support anecdotal reports t…

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This week’s art challenge is brought to you by Keri Bowers (learn more about Keri in her bio below!) Puppet Art Suggested materials: Glue, scissors, yarn, beads, paint – anything goes! 1. Gather recycled items from around your home 2. Create a puppet(s) using an old sock(s) 3. Take a picture or vi…

We have seen many types of prosthetic arm, especially for kids, that can be easily printed on a 3D printer for as low as $50. Low cost and easy access make sure that a child can get a new prosthetic arm as they outgrow it. What can be more fun for those kids is if they could have an arm they could h…

Happy people are essential to my well being because life is greatly difficult when you dearly have a body like mine, that does not respond to your wishes. Belief in my ability to frankly realize my dreams is important. By Jeremy Sicile-Kira My need for support is the most important aspect of my life…

A newly discovered phenomenon in cells that regulate the sleep-wake cycle may provide clues for how to treat Angelman syndrome and dup15q syndrome, two autism-related conditions. The report was published 16 June in Scientific Reports1. Both syndromes involve alterations to UBE3A. Researchers had tho…