The Latest Breaking News from Autism

The South Australian government has appointed an assistant minister for autism in an Australian first.

While we all like to be prepared for what might happen in the future, like those difficult conversations and life choices, some go to extraordinary lengths to try and ensure a happy outcome.

Parents and advocates are calling for greater inclusivity in sporting clubs across Australia as aspiring athletes living with autism and disability describe being shut out or "put in a box" by sporting clubs.

Doctors predicted William Verden, who has a rare kidney disease as well as autism and ADHD, would not live to adulthood - but now his mum Amy McLennan says he has a chance at last

The Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Trust has had its learning disability and autism wards rated 'requires improvement'

The organisations have created a survey to discover the challenges that autistic people and their families face

Joshua Lee has been rejected by four schools with provision for autistic children - but has now found a school outside of Leeds

After decades of trying to "feel normal", comedian Hannah Gadsby is embracing her biology — and audiences love her for it.

Gerard is hoping his journey can inspire others in a similar position

Many autistic people experience difficulties in expressing their emotions. This can result in increased anxiety, depression, anger and physical health problems. Research shows autistic adults are significantly more likely to experience depression an anxiety than their peers.

In 1998, a now debunked study claimed that there was a link between the MMR vaccine and autism. The fiasco that surrounded this study eroded trust in science and was blamed for a drop in vaccination rates and a sharp increase in cases of measles.