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Why Children With Autism Often Struggle With Summer Transitions

Summer break is often associated with freedom, family vacations, and a break from school routines. However, for many families raising children with autism, the season can bring unexpected challenges instead of relaxation. The abrupt shift from structured school days to less predictable schedules can create anxiety, emotional distress, and behavioral…

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FED:Autistic teens caught in middle of NDIS funding dispute

A government autism support program has been applauded but questions are being raised as to what happens when participants age out at just nine years old.

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Autistic teens caught in middle of NDIS funding dispute

A government autism support program has been applauded but questions are being raised as to what happens when participants age out at just nine years old.

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Why Some Families Are Paying Thousands for Autism-Friendly Summer Care

For many families, summer break brings excitement, travel plans, and outdoor activities. For parents of children with autism, however, summer often creates a different challenge: finding safe, supportive care when school-based services are unavailable. Across the United States, many families are paying thousands of dollars for autism-friendly summer care programs…

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Autistic children being injected with unapproved stem cell treatments supported by RFK Jr

Desperate US parents paying up to $20,000 a session for a procedure scientists say could be bogus

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‘Autistic kids are being experimented on’: inside America’s booming market for unproven stem cell infusions

Feeling abandoned and overwhelmed, families are turning to controversial new therapies backed by the US health secretary

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VIC:Pre-school autism checks under state NDIS alternative

Children will be assessed twice for autism and development delays before entering school as a state prepares to launch its NDIS alternative.

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Pre-school autism checks under state NDIS alternative

Children will be assessed twice for autism and development delays before entering school as a state prepares to launch its NDIS alternative.

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7 Skills Autism Parents Say Their Children Lose Over Summer Vacation

Summer break is a welcome change for many families, but for parents of children with autism, it can also bring unique challenges. When structured school schedules, therapy sessions, and daily routines pause, some children experience what experts call autism summer regression. Research shows that children with autism are more vulnerable…

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Australian-first plan to spot autism, ADHD in schools

Parents and teachers could benefit under a state election pitch to place specialists in prep classes to assess, refer and diagnose neurodivergent students.

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'Blood on your hands': disability reforms blasted

Disability and human rights advocates have serious concerns about a planned overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

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5 Questions Parents Should Ask Before Enrolling a Child With Autism in Camp

Summer camp can be a rewarding experience for children with autism, offering opportunities to build friendships, develop independence, and explore new interests in a structured environment. However, not every camp is equipped to meet the unique needs of autistic children. According to the CDC, autism spectrum disorder affects approximately 1…

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Scientists Just Discovered Specific Gut Bacteria That May Protect Babies Against Autism and ADHD — And Parents in New York Can Act on This Science Today

A groundbreaking study found that specific infant gut bacteria may help protect against autism and ADHD, opening new paths for prevention research.

Medical Daily

Parents Fear This Summer Break Could Undo Months of Autism Progress

For many families, summer break is a welcome change of pace filled with vacations, outdoor activities, and a break from school routines. But for parents of children with autism, the long stretch away from structured learning can bring a different emotion: concern. Many worry that autism progress achieved through months…

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Labour doesn’t seem to like Send schools for kids like mine – but here’s what we’ll lose if these precious places are forgotten

An autism school in Wiltshire exemplifies what’s so different about education in a tailored environment, and the outcomes for children speak for themselves, says Guardian columnist John Harris

International Business Times UK

RFK Jr. Wants to Access Medical Data of All Americans To Study Vaccines And Autism Links

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. seeks access to Americans' medical records to explore vaccine-autism links, sparking privacy and data use concerns.

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Charlie Pickering Walks Back ‘Problematic’ Swipe At Grace Tame’s ABC Podcast

Charlie Pickering has clarified his comments calling Grace Tame’s new ABC podcast, Autistic F', “problematic”.

Medical Daily

UST Researchers Develop AI-Powered Smart Pen That Could Help Detect Early Signs of Autism

Researchers from the University of Santo Tomas (UST) have developed an artificial intelligence-powered smart pen designed to analyze handwriting patterns for potential signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), cognitive load, and other developmental conditions, offering a new approach to early childhood screening and intervention.

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The gut-brain bombshell: How bacteria in babies may hold the key to preventing Autism, ADHD

New research reveals a significant link between a baby's early gut bacteria and future brain health, potentially influencing the risk of conditions like ASD and ADHD. Scientists discovered that specific microbes may offer a protective effect, opening avenues for future diet-based interventions and probiotics to support neurodevelopment.

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Grace Tame, Charlie Pickering & Avi Yemeni: Why Is A Podcast About Autism A New Culture War?

Grace Tame’s new ABC podcast has sparked backlash, protests and criticism. Here’s what’s going on and why it matters.

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11 Expenses Autism Parents Say Nobody Warned Them About

Many families expect medical bills when raising a child with autism, but parents often discover a long list of hidden costs nobody mentioned upfront. From therapy gaps to sensory-friendly clothing, the financial reality can be surprising and emotionally draining. Recent estimates from autism advocacy groups and healthcare researchers show families…

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8 Hidden Costs Parents of Children With Autism Say Nobody Warned Them About

When parents first hear an autism diagnosis, most conversations focus on therapies, school support, and next steps. What many families say they were not prepared for were the hidden expenses that quietly pile up over months and years. Beyond medical bills, autism parenting costs can reshape careers, routines, relationships, and…

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We analysed 14 million Reddit posts to reveal a striking shift in how we talk about mental health

More people are relying on social media – such as TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and Reddit – to learn about mental health conditions and to interact with people who have shared experiences.

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5 Medical Expenses Families of Neurodivergent Kids Say They Never Budgeted For

Raising a neurodivergent child often comes with love, resilience, and a level of financial planning many families never saw coming. While insurance may cover some basics, parents frequently discover hidden costs that quietly pile up month after month. From therapy gaps to specialty products, these bills can strain even carefully…

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Illinois Parents Say School Behavior Policies Are Disproportionately Impacting Autistic Kids

Parents across Illinois are raising concerns about how school behavior policies affect autistic students, arguing that discipline systems designed for general classrooms can unintentionally punish disability-related behaviors. For many families, the issue is not whether schools should address safety or disruptions, but whether autistic children are being disciplined without proper…

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