Understanding Autism: From Confusion to Awareness
In the past, families were confused when they noticed something different about their children but couldn’t figure out what it was. Even after getting a
Editorial: Autism Research Institute – How We’re Different
A parent once mentioned to me that he donates to a different autism organization rather than the Autism Research Institute (ARI). Curious, I asked why. He
Food Adverse Reaction and Intestinal Microbiota
This is a joint presentation by ARI and the World Autism Organisation. Professor Carmelo Rizzo, MD, discusses adverse reactions to food and the critical
Editorial – Fecal Microbiota Transplantation and Autism
Over the past several years, Fecal Microbiota Transplantation (FMT) has become the subject of growing interest in the autism community due, at least in part,
Editorial – Bernard Rimland’s Impact: Sixty Years Since the Publication of ‘Infantile Autism’
In this milestone year of 2024, the Autism Research Institute commemorates the 60th anniversary of Dr. Bernard Rimland’s groundbreaking work, Infantile Autism: The Syndrome and
“School distress” rates are elevated among those with autism
Rates of “school distress”—or significant emotional distress related to attending school—are significantly elevated in children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), according to a new study
Study finds that employees with autism are less likely to exhibit “bystander” effect
Employees with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may contribute to businesses in a unique way because they are less likely than neurotypical individuals to exhibit the
Visual processing variations seen in children with autism traits
A new study suggests that there are significant differences in how male and female children with high autistic traits process visual information. Andrew Silva and
Prevalence of autism in adults increasing rapidly in the U.S.
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) among adults in the United States is rising rapidly, according to a new study. Eric Rubenstein
Love and Dating Resources
Dating and relationships bring joys – and potential challenges – for autistic and neurotypical people alike. This list of resources and expert advice from ARI and around the