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Kennedy’s push to find cause of autism divides Hill Republicans

One year into his term, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on autism is polarizing Capitol Hill Republicans.

Roll Call · Feb 18

Why Masking in Women Leads to So Many Missed Autism Diagnoses

Growing up feeling different without knowing why is a lonely experience for millions of women. You might have spent your life imitating others just to fit in. This effort often leads to a deep sense of burnout by the end of every day. It is not your fault that professionals…

Budget and the Bees · Feb 17

New autism diagnosis under consideration by experts

Proposed category would apply to autistic children over eight who have little to no functional language, an IQ below 50 and need 24-hour care

The Independent UK · Feb 17

As some people push to make profound autism its own diagnosis, this family is raising twins with it

As the definition of autism has widened, there’s a growing push to separate profound autism into its own diagnosis

The Independent UK · Feb 15

“I’m Aware Of My Limits”: Cousin’s Autistic Kids Make Woman Reconsider Becoming A Mother

No one can predict the future, but still you can’t help but worry and imagine all the ways things might go wrong. It’s no different for people planning to start a family. Having a baby brings more questions than answers, and the toughest ones are often about their health. One…

Bored Panda · Feb 12

Autistic people seem to feel joy differently – here’s what it can tell us about neurodivergence

When people talk about autism, they often think about a child who is different and may be distressed by their surroundings. Or if the conversation moves beyond childhood, the focus might be about an autistic adult with analytical superpowers, such as The Good Doctor or Patience, who still has difficulty…

The Conversation · Feb 9

'Take the vaccine, please,' a top US health official says in an appeal as measles cases rise

A leading U.S. health official is urging people to get inoculated against the measles at a time of outbreaks across several states

The Independent UK · Feb 8

Fear among Minnesota's Somali community compounds a public health woe: Low measles vaccination rates

Public health officials say a measles crisis has long been brewing in Minnesota

The Independent UK · Feb 6

Alton Towers to test excluding people with autism and ADHD from disability fast lane

Half-term trial will limit ride access passes for those with additional needs and offer calmer spaces to people who find crowds difficult

The Guardian - UK · Feb 5

I’m autistic and have a brain injury. ICE dragged me from my car anyway. Then my nightmare really began

IN FOCUS: Exclusive Details: Aliya Rahman speaks to Eric Garcia about her ordeals — on the streets of Minneapolis, in a grim ICE detention center where she was mocked over her condition and through the public threats that flooded in after she spoke out

The Independent UK · Feb 5