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Making a difference for autism, Ernie Els is Golfweek’s 2024 Father of the Year

Els was honored as part of the Golfweek Father-Son Championship.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Equine photographer Alfie Bowen reflects on his early years with horses

Wildlife photographer and autism campaigner Alfie Bowen tells how spending time with horses and photography changed his life

Digital Camera World

ACT Greens promise free assessments for autism and ADHD

The party will develop a neurodiversity centre.

The Canberra Times

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ABC’s new comedy Austin grapples with autism stereotypes – with mixed success

ABC’s new comedy series Austin follows its 28-year-old namesake (played by autistic actor Michael Theo, from the reality dating series Love on the Spectrum), an autistic man connecting for the first time with his biological father, Julian (Ben Miller).

The Conversation

Have you heard of PDA in children? It's not when your child says no a lot - here’s what it actually is and tips to support, from experts

Have you heard of PDA in children? Although some might believe it relates simply to a child that says 'no' a lot, there's actually a lot more to it. Here's what the experts say.

GoodToKnow

The Controversy Around ABA Therapy Finally Addressed

Rethinking autism therapy, a new approach focuses on compassionate, play-based methods that address the emotional and behavioral needs of children with autism, fostering a supportive and inclusive community for families.

Medical Daily

Geek Girl author Holly Smale hits back at criticism over Netflix show’s autism depiction

Author of best-selling YA novel addressed claims that the series isn’t ‘authentic’

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‘Find people who understand you and be kind to yourself’: an expert guide to living well with neurodiversity

A GP, psychologist, nutritionist and fitness instructor give their advice on how to live healthily and happily with ADHD and autism

The Guardian - UK

‘I was terrified of the tea round’: the small changes that can help neurodivergent people thrive at work

Workers with ADHD and autism bring impressive skills and dedication to their jobs, but face challenges neurotypical employers may not consider. A few key adjustments can be transformative

The Guardian - UK

Chris Packham reflects on maintaining a relationship while living with autism

‘I can’t love Charlotte 99.9 per cent. That doesn’t exist in my world,’ said the presenter

The Independent UK

‘I can only love 100% or 0%’: Chris Packham on navigating a neurodiverse relationship

The naturalist and his neurotypical partner – and other couples with ADHD and autism – open up about how they have learned to love and be loved

The Guardian - UK

In a household with autism and ADHD, socks are meaningful

Too scratchy, too loose or simply gone awol, every neurodiverse family needs a sock strategiser

The Guardian - UK

Avoid noise, play mini golf, cast your net wide: Ellie Middleton’s neurodivergent dating guide

From making small talk to missing social cues, the road to romance can be rocky for those with ADHD and autism. Here are some tips for how to navigate it

The Guardian - UK

The truth about ADHD and autism: how many people have it, what causes it, and why are diagnoses soaring?

Growing awareness about ADHD and autism is reshaping thinking in science, social science and medicine. Scientists explain what’s behind the rise – and the best ways to improve neurodivergent lives

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AI brain map could help demystify Alzheimer’s and autism

Florida scientists use AI and virtual reality to create 3D renderings of brain formations of mice, whose neuron types are like humans’

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Diagnosis later in life and sensory demands of parenting ‘disrupt well-being’ of autistic mothers

Women are more likely to be diagnosed autistic later in life, impacting their motherhood journey - the sensory demands of being a parent can also affect their maternal well-being.

Medical Daily

Fluoride Exposure During Pregnancy Increases Risk of Neurobehavioral Issues In Toddlers: Study

Children with more prenatal fluoride exposure experienced issues such as emotional reactivity, somatic complaints including headaches and stomachaches, anxiety, and symptoms linked to autism.

Fortune

We know very little about neurodivergent women—and they may be entirely overlooked at work

Boys are diagnosed with ADHD at a 3-to-1 ratio compared to girls. Boys are 4 times likelier to be diagnosed with autism and twice as likely with dyslexia

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The Conversation

Why autistic people must be at the heart of autism research

When the term “social model of disability” was coined by British sociologist Mike Oliver in 1983, it helped form the basis of the disability rights movement.

The Times of India

Nivedita Sengupta's “Above and Beyond – A Journey with My Daughter” portrays the bravery of a mom in an outstanding manner

Author Nivedita Sengputa's book “Above and Beyond – A Journey with My Daughter” was launched in a revised edition recently. The book portrays the author's journey with her daughter, Medha.

Evening Standard

Best fidget toys for adults with ADHD or anxiety

Anti-anxiety picks to pre-occupy the mind

The Canberra Times

'Massive' response for teen with autism's dog-walking business

He's now got 10 regular pooches on the books.

The Guardian - AU

Six-year-old student restrained in infant high chair at NSW school, family claims

The boy, who has autism and Down syndrome, was photographed in the restraint for a social media post, his guardian says

The Guardian - UK

Children’s and teens roundup – the best new chapter books

Lauren Child brings a light touch to big issues, Elle McNicoll explores autism – and a secret society is at work in Paris’s sewers

The Guardian - AU

How the rise of autism and ADHD fractured Australia’s schools

Almost a million Australian schoolchildren now have a disability – that’s one in four enrolments. Parents, teachers and advocates say education is at crisis point

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