Justice Sought for Autistic Girl Seized by Canadian Government

13 years ago

Today is day 271. This represents the number of days Ayn Van Dyk has been held by Canadian authorities and…

Dan Marino Foundation Starting College for Special Needs Students

13 years ago

The Dan Marino Foundation, a fixture in South Florida since 1992, has recently announced plans to start a college for…

Autism Advocates Seek Return of Snapple Drink

13 years ago

In 2010, actress and talk show host Holly Robinson Peete competed in Donald Trump's hit reality show Celebrity Apprentice, where…

Student with Autism Mistreated, Abused with Spray Bottle

13 years ago

A disturbing story has emerged from Deer Park, Texas, where a teacher has been accused of verbally mocking, taunting and…

Autism Tattoos: A Growing Trend for Awareness and Support

13 years ago

With autism now affecting 1 in 110 children (with a much higher unofficial rate), you'd be hard-pressed to find someone…

Autism Movie Plays Role in 2012 Presidential Election

13 years ago

Those of you who have been following The United States of Autism for a little while know that the film…

Autism Comes to Hollywood: A Helpful or Hurtful Trend?

13 years ago

The NJ Record and Time Magazine have both published articles in the last few days addressing the latest trend of…

Autism, Siblings and the R-Word Effect

13 years ago

When we, the siblings of someone with special needs, hear the word "retarded" or "retard," even in the most seemingly-casual…

Despite Increased Awareness, the R-Word is Alive and Well

13 years ago

I am not one who offends easily, nor do I consider myself overly-sensitive. However, there are some words that should…

Autism Group Offers Free Safety Kit to Caregivers

13 years ago

Wandering-related episodes involving those with autism is a serious issue and stories seem to come in on a weekly basis…