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Can apps and digital resources support your child with autism or ADHD? Here’s what to look for

Neurodevelopmental conditions such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and autism affect about one in ten children. These conditions impact development, behaviour and wellbeing.

The Conversation

Study says COVID pregnancies might have increased autism risk

Among the several health consequences COVID has or might have, a major concern is around the growing risk of autism among those kids who were born to moms who had COVID during pregnancy.

The Times of India

Senate Republicans are not asking RFK Jr about his stance on vaccines

Kennedy has met with multiple Republicans throughout the week about his confirmation to lead the Department of Health and Human Services

The Independent UK

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AP Exclusive: Pro tennis player Jenson Brooksby talks about living with autism

American professional tennis player Jenson Brooksby tells The Associated Press he was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder when he was nonverbal at about 2 1/2 years old

The Independent UK

Kennedy faces questions about food, vaccines in GOP meetings - Roll Call

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Donald Trump's pick to lead Health and Human Services, meets with GOP senators to win support for his nomination.

Roll Call

Standing Up review – autism gets sappy treatment in didactic family road movie

Familiar worries about how to raise a neurodiverse child are played out with empathy but little subtlety

The Guardian - UK

MTG thinks vaccines cause Autism

Greene declared her latest conspiracy theory in a post to X, where it was hit with a corrective community note

Salon

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Marjorie Taylor Greene roasted online for unequivocally saying ‘vaccines cause autism’

As one observer noted, Greene’s belief about the supposed dangers of vaccines ‘is not too far from the stated views of the president-elect and his incoming HHS secretary’ RFK Jr

The Independent UK

What's behind rising autism rates: A broader definition of autism and better screening

President-elect Donald Trump seemed to entertain the discredited theory that vaccines cause autism as he answered questions from journalists Monday at his Mar-a-Lago club

The Independent UK

Trump claims ‘there’s something wrong’ with autism rates when asked about vaccines: ‘We’re going to find out about it’

Trump also says he is not a fan of mandates as Robert F Kennedy heads to Capitol Hill

The Independent UK

What is high-functioning autism, and how can teachers support these students?

In the modern educational landscape, a classroom is a rich tapestry of diverse skills, talents, and needs. Among this diversity are students with high-functioning autism (HFA), who usually face autism stereotypes. These children often have ordinary or above-average intellect and excel at reading, writing, and specialised academic subjects. However, their…

The Times of India

Trump may discourage child vaccination

Trump has falsely suggested that vaccines lead to autism and has said that he will seek counsel from RFK Jr.

Salon

From ‘Aspie supremacy’ to vaccines: The toxic autism politics of Trump’s second administration

ANALYSIS: From Elon Musk to RFK, the right has developed an obsession with pushing two seemingly contradictory — but equally damaging — theories on autism, writes Eric Garcia. And this obsession is bleeding into everything from Trump cabinet picks to policy

The Independent UK

Trump Floats Getting Rid of 'Some' Vaccinations: 'If I Think It's Dangerous'

President-elect Donald Trump floated the idea of getting rid of "some" vaccinations if he believes they are "dangerous."

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Evening Standard

'We don’t stock that sort of book’: Woman who self-published story for autistic son inspires TV show

EXCLUSIVE The Jodie Whittaker animated series returns for a Christmas special along with a charity single performed by singer Paloma Faith

The Independent UK

Voices: Boris Johnson says he is ‘spectrum-y’ sometimes. As an autistic man, I’m disgusted

Johnson is just the latest male member of the elite to try to use autism as an excuse for his actions

Evening Standard

Elianne Andam, 15, fatally stabbed by teenager over teddy bear, court told

Hassan Sentamu admitted manslaughter but denied Elianne’s murder on the basis that he has autism.

Medical Daily

'Somebody Has To Find Out': Trump Says RFK Jr. Will Reexamine Disproved Link Between Childhood Vaccines And Autism

President-elect Donald Trump also stated that he is "open to anything," hinting at the possibility of eliminating vaccines to address the rising autism cases in the United States over recent decades.

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The Guardian - UK

‘Playing games turns me into a person who makes sense’

When he was diagnosed as having autism at the age of 40, author Tim Clare saw a link to his lifelong love of board games. Here, he explains the power of the game for those who struggle to understand the rules of life

The Independent UK

‘I didn’t put my autism diagnosis on applications’: How neurodivergent people are tackling job discrimination

Luke Gawthorn is one of the approximately three million people in the UK with autism, ADHD or dyslexia who say they have been discriminated against by a hiring manager because of their condition

The Guardian - UK

‘Am I allowed to be funny?’ Ashley Storrie on acting, autism – and grieving her mum, Janey Godley

The Scottish comedian received two Baftas last month, just after the death of her mother. She discusses secrets, sadness, success and how comedy sustains her

The Guardian - UK

The Good Doctor’s version of autism masks the reality of badly failed children

Tales of ‘too much’ progress don’t stand up when severe cases are still being treated with a Victorian harshness, as recent disturbing footage shows

The Independent UK

Nick Cannon says ‘I need help’ as he reveals personality disorder diagnosis

‘The Masked Singer’ host says he’s using his narcissistic personality disorder diagnosis to be ‘an example for others’

The Independent UK

Meet the medical contrarians picked to lead health agencies under Trump and Kennedy

Donald Trump's health team picks includes outspoken critics of the medical establishment and COVID-19 health measures

The Independent UK

Mother of girl, 17, who died in M5 collision while under arrest pays tribute to ‘beautiful daughter’

Tamzin Ellen Hall was diagonosed with autism spectrum disorder, her mother said

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