Disorders such as anxiety and depression appear to be more common in those with developmental disabilities like autism than in the general population. Diagnosing depression in those with autism represents its own unique challenges. Autism Speaks and the Autism Response Team are available to help families find resources and supports in local communities.
Navigating autism and mental health
Valerie, the Vice President of Services and Supports at Autism Speaks, talks about her journey navigating autism and mental health. Read More
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Risk for suicide in teens with autism rising since 2012
Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health conditions that affect people with autism that can also increase risk for suicide. Read More
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Autism and bullying
Through research, we know that children with autism are more likely to be bullied than the general population. In this podcast, we hear from author and self-advocate Jesse Saperstein and school psychologist Dr. Peter Faustino about ways to stop or decrease bullying for students, parents and teachers. Listen Now
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Bullying and mainstreaming in the schools
Benjamin Zablotsky, health statistician at the CDC, shares that research on bullying has focused almost exclusively on children in the general school population although children with disabilities are bullied at higher rates. Learn More
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The Autism Response Team (ART) is an information line for the autism community. Our team members are specially trained to provide personalized information and resources to people with autism and their families. Call our toll-free number or send us an email we're available between 9am and 5pm in all time zones. Live chat is also available between 9am and 2pm ET on our website www.autismspeaks.org
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