Misinformation about autism isn’t new—but it’s gaining traction in dangerous ways. This week, we confront the myths head-on, exploring what autism really is (and what it isn’t) and why political language and policy matter. Experts Kristyn Roth and Dr. Emily Hotez share what the latest science tells us.
In this opinion piece, Drs. Emily Hotez and Alice Kuo argue that autism research funding has been disproportionately directed toward identifying causes rather than improving outcomes for autistic individuals and their families.
In this interview, developmental psychologist Dr. Emily Hotez discusses how stigma and implicit bias contribute to health care disparities experienced by individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs).
