What Massachusetts' New Autism Policy Means for Families
Maura Healey recently signed an executive order aimed at improving autism support services across Massachusetts.
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Research findings and policy updates relevant to families of children with autism and Down syndrome.
20 Years in Special Education: What We’ve Learned and Why First Steps Developmental Services Was Founded
For more than 20 years, Jarrod Scalzo has worked closely with children, families, and educators within the field of special education.
Acetaminophen use during pregnancy does not increase risk of autism, ADHD: Review
Using acetaminophen as directed during pregnancy does not increase a child's risk of autism, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) or intellectual dis
Barbie debuts autistic doll with sensory-sensitive, stimming features
Mattel's recently released autistic Barbie doll has hit markets.
Polygenic and developmental profiles of autism differ by age at diagnosis
Although autism has historically been conceptualized as a condition that emerges early and remains relatively stable, new research is challenging that assumptio
Yale Receives $27.7M Grant to Advance Individualized Autism Therapies
In a groundbreaking new initiative, the Yale School of Medicine has received a $27.7 million grant to advance individualized autism therapies.
New Study Published by Princeton University Defines Four Subtypes of Autism
In a recently published study from Princeton University and the Simons Foundation, researchers identified four biologically distinct subtypes of autism.