One More Damned Time: Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism The Trump campaign is all in on RFK Jr.'s debunked anti-vax crusade. Reason · Nov 1, 2024
Coldplay and Ant and Dec send support to Children In Need ramblers Anthony McPartlin and Declan Donnelly both sent a message to Sophie, a nine year old girl who is on the autism spectrum Evening Standard · Nov 1, 2024
Trump aide bashes vaccines on CNN The co-chair of Trump's transition team embraced RFK Jr.'s lies about vaccines, claiming they cause autism Salon · Oct 31, 2024
Trump Transition Co-Chair Questions Vaccines In CNN Interview: 'Why Do You Think Vaccines Are Safe?' Howard Lutnick sparred with host Kaitlan Collins over his claim that vaccines are not safe and are behind an increase in autism. International Business Times · Oct 31, 2024
Irabina Autism Services sued over child restraints The NDIS commissioner is suing a disability provider for using illegal restraints on children with complex intellectual disabilities. AAP · Oct 31, 2024
Autism Rates Surge: U.S. Cases Nearly Tripled Over Past Decade, Study Reveals The study examined autism diagnosis trends in the U.S. from 2011 to 2022, revealing a significant 175% spike in rates. Medical Daily · Oct 31, 2024
Autism diagnosis rates have tripled in the last decade, new study finds Autism diagnosis cases have climbed at a faster rate among adults in their late 20s to early 30s The Independent UK · Oct 30, 2024
Positive assessment rates for autism vary widely between parts of England Charity says findings on evaluations of children and adults suggest different approaches and are ‘deeply worrying’ The Guardian - UK · Oct 27, 2024
Tallulah Willis reveals how father Bruce Willis helped her navigate her autism diagnosis Tallulah used a video of her with her father to announce her autism diagnosis The Independent UK · Oct 26, 2024
Can vaccines cause autism in kids? Autism is a spectrum disorder, which means it manifests differently in each individual, and this limits the scope of understanding around this disease. The broad range of behaviors, abilities, and challenges associated with autism often causes confusion, making it difficult for people to recognize that it affects individuals in unique… The Times of India · Oct 24, 2024
Sleep Loss In Babies Linked To Risk Of Autism Spectrum Disorder: Study Researchers investigated how sleep loss during early life impacts key parts of brain development and discovered it can increase the risk of developing autism spectrum disorder. Medical Daily · Oct 24, 2024
What is shaken baby syndrome? Why might a Texas man be executed over it? If Robert Roberson’s execution eventually goes ahead, it will be the first for shaken baby syndrome. Al Jazeera · Oct 21, 2024
What are executive function delays? Research shows they’re similar in ADHD and autism Neurodevelopmental conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism affect about one in ten children. These conditions impact learning, behaviour and development. The Conversation · Oct 20, 2024
Why it’s so hard to get an adult ADHD diagnosis – and why it matters Major private ADHD assessment clinic closes doors to new adult patients amid crisis in demand The Independent UK · Oct 20, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2024 What kind of person would drag autistic children into the culture wars? The Kemi Badenoch kind The Tory leadership hopeful paints a picture of special treatment. As the father of an autistic child, I can tell you that’s a lie, says Guardian columnist John Harris
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2024 Badenoch criticised for pamphlet’s ‘stigmatising’ remarks on autism Former cabinet colleague of Tory leadership candidate says ‘muddled’ campaign essay does not take ‘correct approach’
The Independent UK · Oct 14, 2024 Kemi Badenoch faces backlash for ‘stigmatising’ autism Tory leadership hopeful faces another row after endorsing report that suggested people with the condition get ‘economic advantages and protections’
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14, 2024 Ministers will have to comply with tougher rules on declaring gifts, MPs told – as it happened Cabinet Office minister Ellie Reeves says Labour is closing ‘Tory freebies loophole’ over declaring hospitality
The Independent UK · Oct 7, 2024 Melania Trump breaks silence over rumors Barron is autistic Melania claims in her new memoir that Barron was bullied online over the viral 2016 video
The Conversation · Oct 2, 2024 Gut microbe imbalances could predict a child’s risk for autism, ADHD and speech disorders years before symptoms appear Early screening for neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism is important to ensure children have the support they need to gain the essential skills for daily life. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all children be screened for developmental delays, with additional screening for those who are preterm or have…
Bored Panda · Sep 25, 2024 In-Laws Furious After Woman Refuses To Take In Husband’s Autistic Twin Woman refuses to let husband's non-verbal autistic twin move in with them, sparks family drama, and netizens are divided! The post In-Laws Furious After Woman Refuses To Take In Husband’s Autistic Twin first appeared on Bored Panda.
AAP · Sep 25, 2024 Pregnancy obesity increases risk of autism, ADHD An analysis of more than 3.6 million mother-child pairs has found children born to obese mothers have double the risk of developing autism and ADHD.
Salon · Sep 22, 2024 Autistic people tired of fetishization Stereotypes about autism, whether positive or negative, take their toll on people
The Conversation · Sep 18, 2024 The genes tell a story: new research offers much-needed certainty for autistic New Zealanders A global rise in autism diagnoses is putting the spotlight on this relatively common neurodevelopmental difference. A recent study identified autism in 1.3% of four- to five-year-olds in Aotearoa New Zealand. This matches estimates overseas of 1% to 2% of eight-year-olds.
Latin Times · Sep 17, 2024 Autistic Texas man facing execution seeks clemency with support from detective who convicted him: 'We were wrong' the former detective admitted grave errors in the investigation and prosecution of the case