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Pioneer of ‘extreme male brain’ theory of autism now says phrase unhelpful

Exclusive: Prof Simon Baron-Cohen says his language was misunderstood and it is a myth that autistic people lack empathy

The Guardian - UK · Jul 5

Ofsted drops ‘clumsy’ and ‘offensive’ guidance linking autism and extremism

Training document used to teach inspectors updated after campaign backed by celebrities including Chris Packham

The Guardian - UK · Jul 5

Teachers Warn: 4 Classroom Strategies That Can Harm Autistic Students

Every classroom includes students with different learning styles, but autistic students often face unique challenges that can be made worse by well-intentioned teaching methods. While many educators work hard to create inclusive learning environments, some traditional classroom practices can unintentionally increase anxiety, reduce engagement, or make learning more difficult. Autism…

Kids Ain't Cheap · Jul 4

Missing New York boy with autism found dead in swimming pool, cops had searched it ‘several times’ but failed to spot him

Cops insist they thought they could see the bottom of the pool.

We Got This Covered · Jul 2

Parents fear a ‘dangerous shift’ as Trump administration rewrites disability policy

For decades, disabled people have fought for their rights to go to school and live alongside peers without disabilities — rights that some fear could be losing ground under the Trump administration

The Independent UK · Jul 1

Trump's actions signal a move toward institutionalizing people with disabilities, advocates warn

For decades, disabled people have fought for their rights to go to school and live alongside peers without disabilities

The Independent UK · Jul 1

How State Budget Changes Are Impacting Autism Support in Classrooms

More than 7.5 million students nationwide receive special education services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), including many children with autism spectrum disorder. Because special education depends on a mix of federal, state, and local funding, budget decisions at every level can directly affect staffing, evaluations, and classroom…

Kids Ain't Cheap · Jun 30

Frequent AI chatbot users more likely to believe anti-vaccine myths, poll finds

Poll finds use of AI tools for health advice is correlated with belief in vaccine falsehoods, such as shots causing autism

The Guardian - US · Jun 30

Child mental health crisis as one million seek help for anxiety and autism in England

The number of active referrals has almost doubled from 563,639 in 2018-19, with a 9.5 per cent increase in the last year alone

The Independent UK · Jun 29

What if the secret to beating distraction has been hidden in the brainstem all along? A new study offers hope for ADHD research

Scientists have pinpointed an ancient brain region acting as a "focus switch," crucial for filtering distractions and prioritizing information. This discovery in mice, found in a shared vertebrate brainstem area, offers new insights into selective attention. Researchers believe this could pave the way for more targeted treatments for conditions like…

The Economic Times · Jun 27