The Latest Breaking News from Autism

Dragons' Den success Ben Pearson speaks to Business Live after perfect plus-size clothing pitch

Autistic entrepreneur is close to completing deal with Touker Suleyman after summer filming

Birmingham Post · Jan 13, 2023

Dublin Bus staff organise 'amazing' surprise for boy with autism

Christine Sweetman Cullen's son Tadhg, nine, has autism and loves everything to do with buses

Dublin Live · Jan 13, 2023

Respite care at new Mansfield farm stay hoped to cut waitlists for families, kids with autism

A Victorian service for children with autism is building a farm stay, aimed at offering 4,000 respite nights a year under its supported family holiday initiative, as demand for respite care soars.

ABC News · Jan 12, 2023

Fermanagh teen ‘delighted’ after being named as youngest on New Years’ Honours list

18-year-old Dara McAnulty picked up a BEM for his environmental campaigning and work with people living with autism

Belfast Live · Jan 6, 2023

Mum's joy as autistic son forms 'special bond' with cat called Chicken

Elliot Abery, 11, who has autism and suffers with anxiety, has formed an incredible bond with his cat called Chicken. His feline friend calms him down when he faces any kind of stressful situation

Daily Mirror · Jan 6, 2023

Failing autism service closes after watchdog rates it 'inadequate' for FOURTH time

It has been in special measures since October 2021 - largely due to concerns over its ability to safely prescribe, administer and store medicines, as well as poor record keeping.

Manchester Evening News · Jan 4, 2023

Virtual reality games may help in early detection of autism, ADHD symptoms, research says

VR can also be developed to assess language problems, brain trauma, memory loss, scientists say

The Independent UK · Jan 4, 2023

How storm chasing in WA's outback became Kylie Gee's refuge from life's adversities

Kylie Gee's daughter was just 18 months old when she was diagnosed with a tumour on her brain and severe autism. From this intense, stressful time in Kylie's life grew a passion for storm chasing that would help her cope with adversity.

ABC News · Jan 3, 2023

Research Gives New Insights Into How Autism Arises

Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how people perceive their surroundings as well as how they interact and communicate with others. Read on for details:

Dynamite News · Jan 3, 2023

''It's okay to be me' - autism champion Richie Smith teams up with the Metrocentre to share positive messages

Richie, who runs Awesometistic, emblazoned the messages out from one of the digital billboards

Chronicle Live · Jan 2, 2023