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The “Late Diagnosis” Wave: 5 Autism Signs Often Missed Until Middle School

Many children who are eventually diagnosed with autism do not receive that diagnosis during their preschool or elementary years. Instead, some families first begin seeking answers when the social and academic demands of middle school become more complex. This growing pattern has sparked conversations about the “late diagnosis” wave, especially…

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The Hidden Costs of an Autism Diagnosis: 7 Expenses Families Face

Receiving an autism diagnosis can be a turning point for families. For many parents, the diagnosis provides answers, access to support services, and a clearer path forward. However, what often catches families off guard are the autism diagnosis costs that begin to accumulate long after the initial evaluation. From therapy…

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New Research Pinpoints Hidden Brain Trigger That Causes Autism, Changing How We Understand The Condition

“The autism diagnosis has dramatically increased. It's alarming,” a netizen said.

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Screening all 3- and 4-year-olds for developmental delay makes sense. But diagnosing autism is different

Every child in Victoria will be offered free screening for developmental delay under a plan the state government announced last week.

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Camilla Thurlow says daughter Nora has been suffering from ‘seizure-type events’

Thurlow revealed last year that Nora, now four, had been diagnosed with autism and was non-verbal.

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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.

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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

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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”.

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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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