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The Latest Breaking News from Autism

‘Laughable, if it weren’t so dangerous’: your responses to RFK Jr’s autism stance

After the US health secretary called for autistic people to be tracked, readers rebuked the idea that ASD is a tragedy

The Guardian - US

Nigerian autistic teen sets world painting record

A young autistic boy in Nigeria has broken the record for the world's largest art canvas - officially recognised by Guinness World Records. His canvas aims to highlight the challenges that people like him face amid stigma and grim depictions of autism.

Euronews

Nigerian autistic teen sets world painting record and spotlights the disorder

A 15-year-old autistic Nigerian has set a Guinness World Record for the world’s largest art canvas in a bid to raise awareness for autism

The Independent UK

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Idaho judge denies Bryan Kohberger’s ‘hollow’ attempt to strike death penalty

This is the 13th time the judge has ruled against the defense’s attempt to remove the death penalty

The Independent UK

Rod Stewart to pay for autism diagnosis of boy waiting for three years

Singer steps in to help non-verbal four-year-old Iain Gregori, who was ‘lost in the system’

The Guardian - UK

Why Rod Stewart stepped in to pay for a child’s autism diagnosis

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The Independent UK

Government told to ‘hang head in shame’ after Rod Stewart pays for child’s autism diagnosis

The musician's action follows a Daily Record report highlighting the plight of Iain Gregori, whose father, Michael, repeatedly sought an autism diagnosis for his son

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Ministers should ‘hang heads in shame’ as Rod Stewart pays for child’s diagnosis

The singer stepped in to pay for four-year-old Iain Gregory’s autism diagnosis after a three-year wait.

The Independent UK

Russell Findlay brands Greens 'dangerous fanatics' in feisty FMQs

SCOTTISH Tory leader Russell Findlay branded the Greens "dangerous fanatics" in an FMQs where he was told off by the Presiding Officer…

The National (Scotland)

Which medications are commonly prescribed for autistic people and why?

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition. Someone may have social and communication differences, sensory issues and/or restricted, repetitive patterns of behaviour or interests.

The Conversation

Bill Gates’ daughter reveals father has ‘Asperger’s syndrome’ after comments about autism spectrum

The 69-year-old billionaire Microsoft co-founder has never publicly shared his diagnosis

The Independent UK

In visit to Texas, RFK Jr. said autism, diabetes deserve more attention than measles

During a visit to College Station, the U.S. health secretary said Europe has a worse track record with the virus, which gets too much media attention.

The Texas Tribune

Grandma Can’t Believe Neighbor Won’t Let Her Grandkid Intrude Into Private Easter Egg Hunt

Mom sets up fun activity for autistic son, is shocked when neighbors invade the space and act entitled.

Bored Panda

RFK Jr. said many autistic people will never write a poem − even though there’s a rich history of neurodivergent poets and writers

U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. recently declared autism a national “epidemic,” calling it a “preventable disease” that is growing at an “alarming rate.”

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The Independent UK

Newly released texts reveal Idaho murder victims nearly left the house two hours before brutal killing

Suspect, 30, is charged with four counts of murder in the November 13, 2022 deaths of Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Ethan Chapin and Xana Kernodle

The National (Scotland)

Children in England with gender dysphoria to be 'tested for autism'

"This assertion is totally inappropriate and is part of an attempt to further stigmatise and delegitimise trans people and their identities and…

Evening Standard

Children referred to gender clinics 'to be tested for autism and ADHD' under leaked NHS plans

Reports say that health officials will screen children for neurodevelopmental conditions

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How to Find the Right ABA Therapy Provider

Identifying appropriate treatments for children with autism spectrum disorders continues to be among the most urgent challenges facing families affected by autism and the professionals who work with them.

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The Independent UK

Health and Human Services denies it will create autism registry

A ‘real-world data platform will link existing datasets to support research into causes of autism and insights into improved treatment strategies,’ one HHS official told The Independent

The Guardian - US

Why does RFK Jr want to put my family on an ‘autism registry’?

I’m scared about the health secretary’s vow to find the cause behind the so-called ‘autism epidemic’

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Love On The Spectrum Stars Respond To RFK Jr’s Autism Comments: ‘Extreme Ignorance’

Following Robert F Kennedy Jr calling autism a "preventable disease", the stars of Netflix's 'Love on the Spectrum' have spoken out.

The Independent UK

Prosecutors can seek death penalty for Idaho murders suspect Bryan Kohberger despite autism diagnosis, judge rules

Kohberger is accused of murdering four Idaho college students in 2022

The Independent UK

Judge maintains death penalty as possible punishment for Bryan Kohberger despite autism diagnosis

A judge has ruled that prosecutors can pursue the death penalty against Bryan Kohberger if he is convicted of murdering four University of Idaho students in 2022

The Independent UK

The Accountant 2 teeters on the edge of making autism a punchline

2/5 While the 2016 original seemed to respect the neurodivergence of Ben Affleck’s savant superhero, this belated follow-up goes for easy jokes

The Independent UK

Jack Schlossberg issues wild challenge to cousin RFK Jr in ongoing feud

‘Me and you, one-on-one, locked in a room, we hash this out. Nobody comes out until one of us has autism. What do you say?’

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