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'The vast majority of the diagnoses today are at the lower end of the spectrum – whereas previously they were only made in severe cases of 'classic' autism. But have we widened the spectrum to be so broad it is now meaningless?'

'Its great to see that we have become a country that is aware of Autism but I will be prouder when we are a country that gives Autistic people the same chance. We all have a part to play.'

After shimming in the sunshine, Christine McGuinness, 35, may be planning another holiday sometime soon and says she'll be in desperate need of some R&R after the kids' break!

Women are often diagnosed with autism later in life, into teens and adulthood, which can have long lasting impact on their lives - Hannah Molloy shared her journey to understanding her autism

"We're not getting better that way, the waiting lists are atrocious, we're almost going backwards."

The rights of people with autism and ways to improve their education opportunities will take centre stage during an upcoming discussion to raise public awareness about the condition, says the organiser of the event.

A 2020 report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has found that the prevalence of autism spectrum disorder among 8-year-old children is the highest it's ever been.

Kayden McNamee, 10, is bound to a wheelchair as well as being non verbal and dealing with autism and sensory issues

Christine McGuinness has addressed living with her ex-husband Paddy following their split in an exclusive interview

The former operator of Canberra's Courgette Restaurant had high-functioning autism, but his condition led to a naivety and a reduced ability to determine the motives of other people, a court hears.

Senators from across the political spectrum are set to examine the impact that ADHD is having on people around the country and what help is needed.