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Plan for new autism school aims to bridge the gap for Hunter parents

A new school is hoped to ease the strain on parents of children on the autism spectrum stuck on long waiting lists.

Newcastle Herald

Tasmanian family forced to move to Sunshine Coast to access autism specialists for 3yo son

When Jessica was told she would have to wait 18 months to get her three-year-old autistic son into a specialist, she made the desperate decision to move states to get early intervention support.

ABC News

Autism and ADHD: the youth justice system is harming neurodivergent children

Neurodivergent children are disproportionately represented in the youth justice system in England. This includes those with conditions including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and speech, language and communication needs.

The Conversation

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The Pandemic Is Over, Except When Politicians Need It To Justify Their Plans

Plus: A questionable consensus on autism treatment, Fauci to be deposed in social media case, and more...

Reason

‘Autism Is My Superpower’: Meet the 2022 SportsKid of the Year

Carter Bonas has leaned into his condition as he’s become a competitive golfer, an entrepreneur and an advocate.

Sports Illustrated

How to talk to your child about their autism diagnosis – the earlier the better

With better awareness and acceptance, approximately one out of every 50 children is receiving an autism diagnosis. More and more families are deciding when to share this information with their child. Some parents worry that doing so will “label” their child, or make others treat them differently.

The Conversation

Erin McGregor hopes son Harry will one day say 'mammy' in heartbreaking admission as she opens up on family

Exclusive: Erin, sister of MMA superstar Conor, would 'give anything' to hear him utter his first words

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Neurodiverse women sought for jobs at GCHQ and BAE Systems

Organisations want hire more women with autism, dyslexia and ADHD to work in cybersecurity roles

The Guardian - UK

Conor McGregor's sister Erin shares emotional message as she praises autism support groups

Erin's son Harry was born with autism and the former Dancing with the Stars contestant sent a heartfelt message online.

Irish Mirror

Elon Musk: how being autistic may make him think differently

The business magnate and new owner of Twitter Elon Musk revealed a while ago that he is autistic. Musk, the wealthiest person in the world, is autistic. Musk, a fellow of the prestigious Royal Society and Time’s 2021 Person of the Year, is autistic. One of the most famous people…

The Conversation

Delta offers inclusive experience for autistic travelers

ATLANTA — As the holiday travel season gears up, Delta Air Lines is offering resources to travelers with autism spectrum disorder.

Tribune News Service

RTE Late Late Show viewers in tears after autism campaigner's Junior Cert reveal

Cara Darmody made history as the youngest person to sit the Junior Certificate exams

Dublin Live

Mum's shock after being charged 20p by primary school when son, 10, broke pencil

Because of Lennie-Lee Maguire's ADHD and autism, Lawn Primary School in Northfleet, Kent receive extra funding every year - but they still want to charge his family 20p to replace the pencil he broke

Daily Mirror

Mum 'panics' as McDonald's axes plastic cutlery because son 'gets violent' without McFlurry spoons

Alex Finnigan has autism and could not speak since birth and for more than a decade has been using plastic cutlery to "reduce his anxiety"

Daily Mirror

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Salon

The autism and gender dysphoria link

A new study reveals an overlap between the two conditions that could lead to understanding both better

The Conversation

From deficits to a spectrum, thinking around autism has changed. Now there are calls for a 'profound autism' diagnosis

A heated debate about autism was reignited after the recent publication of an article advocating for use of the term “profound autism”.

Glasgow Live

Glasgow teenager may never return to school after she was ‘lured to park and beaten unconscious’

Abbie Jarvis, who has autism, was allegedly beaten unconscious after a horror attack that left her bloodied and injured while teenagers reportedly filmed the attack.

The Independent UK

Julia Fox tells TikTok she has autism after fans point out her display of random knowledge

‘I knew you were one of us,’ said one fan

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Erin McGregor describes 'rough night' as she had to rush son Harry to hospital after he took ill

Erin shared her stressful ordeal with her Instagram followers, saying that the night was "the parts of autism I dread & hate"

The Independent UK

Julia Fox tells TikTok she has autism after fans point out her display of random knowledge

‘I knew you were one of us,’ said one fan

Irish Mirror

Erin McGregor opens up on 'rough' night in hospital after son Harry took ill

Taking to Instagram, Erin shared her stressful ordeal with her followers, saying that the night was "the parts of autism I dread & hate"

The Independent UK

Ewan McGregor delights young fan with surprise message

Callum Martin, nine, from Lossiemouth in Moray said he struggles to make and keep friends due to his autism and ADHD.

Bristol Post

Bristol teen Oliver McGowan's legacy lives on as health staff trained on learning disability and autism

Oliver died in 2016 after being given antipsychotic medication, despite warnings from his family

Daily Record

Cash boost for Lanarkshire-based Autism support group

REACH Lanarkshire Autism were shortlisted by Scotmid's Community Connect scheme.

The Guardian - UK

Health staff in England to be trained on learning disability and autism

Mandatory programme named after Oliver McGowan, whose mother led a campaign after his death in 2016

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