CDC: Autism Rates in U.S. Children Continue to Rise — to 2.76%, or 1 in 36
Over 20 years of ADDM surveillance the autism rate has climbed dramatically, more than 4-fold: now 1 in 36, for children born in 2012, compared to 1 in 150 for those born in 1992. Put another way, from .67% to 2.76%.
Prominent Autism Researchers Promote a “Real Life,” Functional Approach to Subgrouping Autism
A new commentary emphasizes the importance of a multidimensional definition of autism severity — including intellectual disability and functional impairment — but stops short of proposing a specific scheme.
The I/DD Homes that Micki Built
In her memoir, Mom With A Megaphone, Micki Edelsohn shares the story behind her creation of 25+ homes for adults with I/DD — and sounds an alarm about the future of I/DD housing.
The Trials of Job, Autism-Style
With humor and faith, Clay Boatright holds nothing back in his new memoir of severe autism, love and loss.
New Book Details Philosophy Behind a Pioneering Program for Adults with Severe Autism
Bittersweet Farms in Ohio has served adults with severe autism since the 1980s, transforming lives of upheaval and isolation to lives of engagement and purpose.
"Love on the Spectrum US": A Pageant of Hope and Heartbreak
Love on the Spectrum on Netflix is a reality show with a lot of heart, and heartbreak.