In a household with autism and ADHD, socks are meaningful Too scratchy, too loose or simply gone awol, every neurodiverse family needs a sock strategiser The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2024
Avoid noise, play mini golf, cast your net wide: Ellie Middleton’s neurodivergent dating guide From making small talk to missing social cues, the road to romance can be rocky for those with ADHD and autism. Here are some tips for how to navigate it The Guardian - UK · Jun 2, 2024
The truth about ADHD and autism: how many people have it, what causes it, and why are diagnoses soaring? Growing awareness about ADHD and autism is reshaping thinking in science, social science and medicine. Scientists explain what’s behind the rise – and the best ways to improve neurodivergent lives The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2024
AI brain map could help demystify Alzheimer’s and autism Florida scientists use AI and virtual reality to create 3D renderings of brain formations of mice, whose neuron types are like humans’ The Guardian - US · May 30, 2024
Diagnosis later in life and sensory demands of parenting ‘disrupt well-being’ of autistic mothers Women are more likely to be diagnosed autistic later in life, impacting their motherhood journey - the sensory demands of being a parent can also affect their maternal well-being. GoodToKnow · May 23, 2024
Fluoride Exposure During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Neurobehavioral Issues In Toddlers: Study Children with more prenatal fluoride exposure experienced issues such as emotional reactivity, somatic complaints including headaches and stomachaches, anxiety, and symptoms linked to autism. Medical Daily · May 21, 2024
We know very little about neurodivergent women—and they may be entirely overlooked at work Boys are diagnosed with ADHD at a 3-to-1 ratio compared to girls. Boys are 4 times likelier to be diagnosed with autism and twice as likely with dyslexia Fortune · May 20, 2024
Why autistic people must be at the heart of autism research When the term “social model of disability” was coined by British sociologist Mike Oliver in 1983, it helped form the basis of the disability rights movement. The Conversation · May 20, 2024
Nivedita Sengupta's “Above and Beyond – A Journey with My Daughter” portrays the bravery of a mom in an outstanding manner Author Nivedita Sengputa's book “Above and Beyond – A Journey with My Daughter” was launched in a revised edition recently. The book portrays the author's journey with her daughter, Medha. The Times of India · May 12, 2024
Best fidget toys for adults with ADHD or anxiety Anti-anxiety picks to pre-occupy the mind Evening Standard · May 8, 2024
Six-year-old student restrained in infant high chair at NSW school, family claims The boy, who has autism and Down syndrome, was photographed in the restraint for a social media post, his guardian says The Guardian - AU · May 1, 2024
Children’s and teens roundup – the best new chapter books Lauren Child brings a light touch to big issues, Elle McNicoll explores autism – and a secret society is at work in Paris’s sewers The Guardian - UK · Apr 30, 2024
How the rise of autism and ADHD fractured Australia’s schools Almost a million Australian schoolchildren now have a disability – that’s one in four enrolments. Parents, teachers and advocates say education is at crisis point The Guardian - AU · Apr 28, 2024
Florida Student With Autism Files Lawsuit Against School District Lawsuit filed by student with autism against school district for negligence after violent incident. Top News · Apr 27, 2024
Reason · Apr 26, 2024 Brickbat: Bus Stopped Littleton, Colorado, police have arrested Kiarra Jones on charges of third-degree assault for crimes against an at-risk juvenile. Video captured Jones, a paraprofessional with Littleton Public Schools, slapping a 10-year-old boy with autism in the face, stomping his feet, and elbowing him in the stomach as they rode a school…
The Hindu · Apr 26, 2024 Autism Awareness Month: Ausome Bites, a baking venture in Kochi, empowers those with autism and fosters independence Ausome Bites empowers individuals with autism through vocational training in baking, offering delicious treats and fostering independence.
International Business Times · Apr 26, 2024 Japan Anime Studio Draws On Talent Of Autistic Artists The groundbreaking initiative aims to provide job training and confidence to people with autism who can find it hard to cope in Japan's often high-stress and long-hours work environment.
Bored Panda · Apr 19, 2024 Woman Gets 9M Views For Opening Up About How ADHD Rage Prevented Her From Being A Better Mom Parenting is already hard enough. A parent is someone who’s responsible for raising another person the best they can. And still, for some, life throws additional challenges, as if parenting itself wasn’t enough. For example, a neurodivergence disorder(s). What’s even worse, some neurodivergent parents don’t even get diagnosed with these…
The Hindu · Apr 19, 2024 Architect Benny Kuriakose experiments with light and design to help autistic kids in Chennai Autism Awareness Month: At the Sankalp headquarters in Kolappancheri, Chennai, architect Benny Kuriakose has experimented with natural lighting, curved pathways and verandahs as buffer zones
Evening Standard · Apr 17, 2024 Police probe concerns that stem cell 'cure' for autism being offered in Greenwich Council raises concerns that ‘fake doctor’ is offering ‘dangerous’ procedure to children with condition
Tech&Learning · Apr 17, 2024 Using AI and Robots To Build Social Connections For All Students Yale doctoral student Rebecca Ramnauth studies the ways in which AI and robots can increase connections between humans
The Guardian - UK · Apr 16, 2024 Dinosaur review – autism sitcom thrills with jokes about loyalty cards and thrush This spiky and heartfelt comedy might be powered by the lead character’s autism, but it’s not defined by it. It gives people with the condition a long overdue voice
Evening Standard · Apr 14, 2024 Mattr: First dating app for people with autism and ADHD launched in London The first dating app for people with autism and ADHD has been launched in London to help tackle stigma in the neurodivergent community.
The Hindu · Apr 14, 2024 Origami butterflies for autism awareness crafted in a unique display 500 optometric students and ophthalmologists create 2024 origami butterflies to raise awareness about autism and visual challenges.
WhatToWatch · Apr 12, 2024 Ashley Storrie on her new comedy: 'Dinosaur is about embracing difference, not being ashamed of it' Ashley Storrie plays a dinosaur expert with autism who goes on a journey of self-discovery in BBC3 comedy.