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What autistic people – and those with ADHD and dyslexia – really think about the word ‘neurodiversity’

The term “neurodiversity” is still relatively new. Even now, there’s no firm agreement among experts about what it should include. Does it refer only to neurodevelopmental differences such as autism, ADHD and dyslexia? Or should it stretch further, to include mental health conditions too?

The Conversation

No clear link between paracetamol use in pregnancy and autism in children, major review finds

An in-depth review found no quality evidence of a link between paracetamol use during pregnancy and autism or ADHD diagnosis in children.

Euronews

No link between paracetamol in pregnancy and autism or ADHD in children, review finds

Wide-ranging review finds no convincing connection after Trump said women should ‘fight like hell’ to avoid painkiller

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Evidence ‘does not show clear link between paracetamol, autism and ADHD’

US President Donald Trump said in September there has been a ‘meteoric rise’ in cases of autism.

Evening Standard

In-depth review finds no clear link between paracetamol, autism and ADHD

In September, US President Donald Trump said the painkiller should not be taken during pregnancy

The Independent UK

Judge denies Paxton request to block Tylenol maker from paying shareholders

Attorneys for Texas recognized their bid to block payments was an extraordinary request.

The Texas Tribune

'Seriously Concerning': 400K Young Britons Out of Work Due to Mental Health and Autism as Disability Rates Rise

Nearly half of Britain's young people not in education, employment or training (NEET) are now classified as disabled, with mental health and autism driving a sharp rise in long-term worklessness.

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Kimberly-Clark Snaps Up Tylenol Maker Kenvue in £30 Billion Takeover Amid Autism Controversy

Kimberly-Clark to acquire Kenvue, owner of Tylenol, in a £40 billion deal amid controversy over the painkiller's safety concerns and declining sales.

International Business Times UK

Ignoring Long COVID and Neurodivergence Is an Economic Disaster

We are no longer living in the shadow of a mass fatality event. COVID-19 has now ushered in a widespread era of chronic illness. Among individuals with a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis, 36% are estimated to experience Long COVID symptoms.

International Business Times

Anthony Hopkins says wife thinks he has autism — but he believes it’s ‘all nonsense’

The actor’s wife commented on his obsession with numbers and detail

The Independent UK

Anthony Hopkins criticised by ADHD and autism advocates after dismissing neurodivergent labels as ‘nonsense’

The Oscar-winning actor, who believes he may be neurodivergent himself, claims society is overusing medical labels to describe normal aspects of human behaviour

Evening Standard

Researchers say Covid infection during pregnancy is tied to autism — but they aren’t yet sure why

Roughly 16 percent of the 861 children whose mothers had Covid during their pregnancy received a neurodevelopmental diagnosis

The Independent UK

Health headlines can be confusing - these 3 questions can help you evaluate them

Every week of 2025 seems to bring a new health headline, whether it’s about climbing autism rates, changing vaccination recommendations or unexpected cancer risks.

The Conversation

Man United Legend Paul Scholes Opens Up About Raising His Autistic Son, Aiden

Paul Scholes reveals why he stepped back from punditry to care for his autistic son, Aiden, offering a heartfelt glimpse into family life beyond football.

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The Conversation

How autism rates are rising – and why that could lead to more inclusive communities

I can say from personal experience that being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder can feel very isolating. Increasingly, however, it’s not unusual.

International Business Times UK

Texas Sues Johnson & Johnson for 'Hiding' Tylenol Autism Risks — Billions at Stake in Landmark Case

Texas sues Tylenol's makers over autism risks, echoing Trump-era legal battles over health misinformation with potential billions at stake.

The Guardian - US

Texas sues Tylenol makers alleging deceptive marketing to pregnant people

Lawsuit comes after Trump’s baseless claims that acetaminophen can cause autism and ADHD in children

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Ken Paxton Alleges Johnson & Johnson Misled Mothers On Tylenol Safety

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Johnson Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) and Kenvue Inc (NYSE:KVUE), accusing the companies of misleading pregnant women about the safety of Tylenol despite evidence suggesting its active ingredient, acetaminophen, may increase the risk of autism and attention disorders in children.

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The Independent UK

Texas lawsuit against companies behind Tylenol asserts unproven claims of autism risk

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is accusing the companies behind Tylenol of deceptively marketing the pain reliever to pregnant mothers

International Business Times UK

Texas Attorney General Targets Tylenol Makers in Controversial Autism Lawsuit

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Johnson & Johnson and Kenvue, alleging they hid risks linking prenatal Tylenol use to autism and ADHD in children.

The Independent UK

Texas sues Tylenol makers over RFK Jr autism claims saying they failed to state ‘risk of taking drug while pregnant’

State Attorney General Ken Paxton parroted claims by the Health Secretary which have been strongly refuted by medical professionals

The Texas Tribune

Texas attorney general sues Tylenol company over autism claims

This lawsuit comes a month after U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. updated guidance discouraging pregnant women from taking acetaminophen, citing it as a possible cause of autism.

The Independent UK

Trump interrupts Asia trip to go on new Tylenol and childhood vaccines rant

Trump’s furious post comes just a month after a national autism charity claimed that he was pedalling ‘pseudo-science’

The Conversation

Autism charities can portray autistic people as helpless and a burden – our research shows why it matters

Autism charities are important organisations. They provide essential services for autistic people, influence policy decisions, and often speak on behalf of autistic people.

International Business Times UK

Waitrose 'Fires' Autistic Volunteer Worker After Four Years, Gets Hired By Asda - Who Is Tom Boyd?

Explore Tom Boyd's Waitrose saga—BBC-exposed sacking after pay ask, Asda's heroic offer, Waitrose U-turn. Frances Boyd's quotes fuel autism employment, volunteer rights push in John Lewis furore

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