Meet Alycia Halladay

Years of professional experience in the autism field and the personal experience of having a daughter with autism spectrum disorder have Alycia Halladay invested in advancing autism research.

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Rocky Road: The Career Paths of People with Autism and their Parents

For parents and adults with ASD finding and maintaining employment can be difficult.

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Space Invaders: Personal Space and Autism

Most of us don’t think twice about where to stand when talking to another person. We just know what’s right. But for people with autism, this may not be automatic.

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What Causes GI Problems in Autism?

Researchers explore the high rate of gastrointestinal (GI) problems in children with autism.

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Rethinking Head Size in Autism: Scientists Question Statistics on Early Brain Overgrowth

Scientists question statistics on early brain overgrowth.

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Researchers Look for Clues to Autism in the Environment

What causes ASD? Is a mix of genetic and environmental factors at work?

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Feeding Problems in Children with Autism

Research differs on how prevalent picky eating is in children with autism, but it does make clear that children with autism are much more likely than typically developing children to be selective about food.

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Autism in the Teen Years: What to Expect, How to Help

Research into autism in the teen years is in its infancy.

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Finding a College Program for Students with Autism

Regardless of where a student falls on the autism spectrum, there is a U.S. college program for him. But it probably will take some research to find the right fit. Here are some resources and tips that can help.

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Autism and the College Experience

The transition to college can be even more challenging for students with autism.

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