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The Latest Breaking News from Autism

No joined-up approach, role of autism diagnosis and parental failings: key points from Southport inquiry

Report finds dozens of warning signs about Axel Rudakubana were missed and identifies five main failures

The Guardian - UK

Does the Automatic Registration for the Military Draft Apply to Kids With Autism?

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Kids Ain't Cheap

What neurodivergent people really think about the words used to describe them

Labels like autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and dyslexia are not new. But the way we understand them is changing.

The Conversation

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I Spoke With The Pitt's Tal Anderson About How Autism Is Represented On The Show And How 'The Fight For Autonomy Has Been Going On Forever'

We talked about Becca, Mel and more!

Cinemablend

How ADHD, Autism, and AuDHD Testing Can Bring Clarity, Validation, and the Right Support

For plenty of folks, the toughest hurdle isn't actually navigating ADHD, autism, or AuDHD traits. It's surviving for decades without a solid reason why everyday life feels exponentially heavier. This is exactly why getting tested is a game-changer.

International Business Times

33 Funny Memes That Would Be Perfect As Part Of Your Relaxing Evening

The internet would be a sad place if humor were banned. Life is so much more enjoyable when you laugh, lots and loudly. And it’s delightful when you come across comedy that’s a bit different from what you’re used to. There's this one popular Facebook group whose members post a…

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Screen Time Isn’t Causing Autism — But It Can Cause Autism-Like Delays

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Can medicinal cannabis help kids’ autism, ADHD or Tourette’s? Here’s what we know so far

In the past ten years or so there has been a lot of interest to see if medicinal cannabis can help children with emotional and behavioural problems – the ones associated with conditions such as autism, ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder) and Tourette syndrome.

The Conversation

Could It Be Something Else? 5 Medical Conditions That Mimic Autism

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Kids Ain't Cheap

From Awareness To Action: Abu Dhabi's Evolving Model For Autism Inclusion

Over the past decade, the emirate has been steadily building an ecosystem that moves beyond awareness towards practical solutions — combining research, professional training and inclusive environments that support families in their daily lives.

International Business Times

79 Spot-On Memes For Autistic People Who Are Tired Of Feeling Misunderstood

Around 1% of the world’s population is estimated to be autistic, while roughly 15% to 20% is thought to be neurodivergent. With billions of people on the planet, that adds up to a significant community. Yet because neurodivergent folks remain in the minority, they are often misunderstood by their neurotypical…

Bored Panda

Learning from autistic teachers could change schools for the better

As a researcher in autism and education and a former secondary school teacher, it took me a while to realise that autistic school staff were rarely included in conversations about inclusion and diversity in schools.

The Conversation

Clavicular controversy takes new turn as autism revelation emerges

Looksmaxxing influencer Clavicular's involvement in a fight is being re-examined after TMZ reported sources claim he is on the autism spectrum. These sources suggest his behavior was misunderstood, denying he instigated the altercation between two women. This new information contrasts with earlier police reports, complicating the narrative and raising questions…

The Times of India

Utah woman punished after forcing son’s alleged bully to apologize, could face up to 15 years in prison

Her young son is on the autism spectrum.

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The Guardian - US

Trump and RFK Jr touted leucovorin as a treatment for autism. The FDA quietly walked it back

Outpatient prescriptions for the drug increased 71% after news, but FDA later approved it only for folate deficiency

The Guardian - US

Canadian mother and daughter ‘traumatized’ by ICE detainment, husband says

Tania Warner and Ayla, her seven-year-old with autism, sent to notorious Texas detention center and told to ‘self-deport’

The Guardian - US

Independent autism committee that challenges RFK Jr’s overhaul draws criticism

Kennedy’s appointees promoted ‘treatments’ like bleach enemas, but new committee has only one autistic member

International Business Times UK

Probe Reveals Autism Clinics Billed £600 Per Hour For Therapy That Could Be Delivered By High-School Graduates

An Indiana autism therapy provider exploited a Medicaid billing loophole, generating millions in taxpayer-funded revenue. A Wall Street Journal investigation reveals the extent of the issue.

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The Rapid Rise of Pet Therapy in Urban Indian Cities and Its Growing Impact on Mental Health

Life in urban India has changed rapidly in the last decade. Cities like Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru and Hyderabad are growing fast, and with growth comes pressure. Long working hours, traffic, competition, and social isolation often leave people feeling stressed and emotionally tired. In this situation, pet therapy has emerged as…

International Business Times UK

Jenny Din, 9, Found Dead in Florence Pond After Wandering Away Barefoot in a Mint Jacket and Pink Headphones

A nine-year-old autistic girl, Jenny Din, was found dead in a pond after a 25-hour search in Florence, Kentucky. The community-led search involved multiple agencies and volunteers.

The Guardian - AU

Australian children are being arrested under laws to ‘disrupt’ extremism: ‘On balance this is a bad law’

Exclusive: Vulnerable children charged with possessing extremist material may not always understand they had committed a crime, court records show

Budget and the Bees

The Hidden Autism Pattern More Women Are Discovering in Their 40s

You have spent your entire life feeling like everyone else received an instruction manual. You might be highly successful, a devoted mother, or a top professional. Still, the social world feels like an exhausting performance. Perhaps you received diagnoses for anxiety, OCD, or burnout in the past. None of those…

The Guardian - UK

Life with my autistic sons: ‘How do you explain all the worries, the sleepless nights?’

When James Hunt began posting about his boys online, it was a way to describe the emotions and experiences of their extraordinary lives. In sharing his family’s joy and struggles, he realised they weren’t alone

International Business Times

FDA Officials Say Autism Claims for Drug Promoted by Donald Trump Lack Strong Evidence

FDA officials say there is no strong evidence that leucovorin helps most people with autism despite earlier claims promoted by Donald Trump.

The Independent UK

What is leucovorin? FDA expands drug’s approved use but walks back autism claims

Unresolved questions about the drug haven’t stopped U.S. doctors from prescribing it

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