Social Media Ideas for Autism Positivity

Social media provides valued community spaces for autistic young people

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition that influences how people communicate and process information. A significant proportion of autistic children do not speak or speak only a...

How Early Autism Therapy Shapes a Child's Long-Term Growth Path

Learn how early autism therapy supports communication, social skills, daily independence, school readiness, and long-term child development.

Coping and Catharsis: Autistic AFOLs In Their Own Words

We spoke with several Autistic AFOLs who shared their experiences with LEGO regarding coping, community, collecting and catharsis. And we found that Autism can be both a challe...

Autistic children ages 4–6 showed improved social skills after summer program

A summer intervention program for autistic children ages 4–6 with no intellectual disability significantly improved their social performance, according to a study by researchers at...

Supporting Twice Exceptional Autistic Kids

Kids who are very intellectually bright and also Autistic have a unique set of struggles, one that is often missed, silenced, or poorly supported. They may struggle with shame, per...

Autism, Masking, and the Pursuit of Happiness

Masking is a common socialization strategy among autistic individuals, and many report a complicated relationship with the practice of hiding their neurodivergent traits.

How ABA Therapy Supports Communication and Social Skills in Children

Every parent remembers the first word, the first wave goodbye, and the first time their child looked up and shared a laugh. For families of autistic children, those milestones can...

Parent Founded Nonprofit Autism Learn & Play Inc. Champions Play-Based Learning as Pathway to Growth for Children wi...

Understanding Autism

WEDNESDAY, Oct. 14, 2026 — Autism is a neurodevelopmental diagnosis that impacts communication and behavior and influences how individuals experience the world. Early intervention...

These 20 Celebrities With Autism Are Opening Up About Life on the Spectrum

Autism is more common than you might know. About 1 in 36 children has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), according to the CDC, and that number has been steadily increasing since the o...

Helping Children Grow Through Play, Acceptance and Their Own Strengths

The Caregiver Collective Interview Series shares stories from families, caregivers, and advocates supporting loved ones with special needs. The series highlights voices of hope, re...

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'Autism Is Genetic', Says Charity, In Response To 'False Claims' Over Causes

For the first time, a UK charity supporting autistic people has stated definitively that “autism is genetic”.The National Autistic Society (NAS) said the declaration comes in respo...

Autism Advocate Reimagines His Own Journey to Inspire Young Readers Who Feel Different

Neurodiversity speaker and advocate Matthew Kenslow has spent years sharing his experiences of growing up The post Autism Advocate Reimagines His Own Journey to Inspire Young Reade...

Autism and dental visits

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“Autistically and wonderfully made”

Keri Ladner is a compulsive researcher, thanks in part to her autism. More importantly, she&rsquo...

Creating Everyday Learning Opportunities Through Early Autism Support 

You may also realize how childhood in the early years can be a beneficial experience for fostering such skills as communication, socialization, learning, and independence. Families...

“I Think I’ve Found My People�: Group of Guys Take Lonely Man With Autism Under Their Wing at Festiv...

The Impact of a Late Autism Diagnosis

Receiving an autism diagnosis later in life brings up complex emotions. For those with eating disorders, it could be the key to recovery.

I Don’t Want to Stop My Son’s Joy. I Just Need to Turn Down the Volume.

Suddenly, his happiest moments have become his most destructive.

Study Finds Horseback Riding Improves Behavior For Children With Autism

Riding horses or even just spending time around them can make a big difference for kids with autism, helping to reduce hyperactivity and boost social skills, new research suggests....

Autism Dating Series Wins Emmy For Best Reality Show

A reality show following adults with autism as they pursue dating and relationships snagged multiple Emmy Awards, including one recognizing it as the best series of its kind. The p...

Parenting A Neurodivergent Kid Has Never Been This Loud. Here's How To Cut Through The Noise

For those of us trying to raise a kid who thinks differently, reliable, practical, non-scary information and advice can be hard to find.

Study May Point Way To New Autism Treatments

In what researchers are hailing as a landmark move, a new study is helping to explain how autism-linked genes rewire the brain potentially opening the door to treatments for the de...