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Florida Boy With Autism Dies — 'Severe Trauma' Detailed by Police

A six-year-old boy with autism has died following severe injuries allegedly inflicted by his mother's boyfriend, leading to an investigation

International Business Times UK

No, autistic people are not ‘mind blind’ – here’s why

For four decades, a controversial idea has shaped how autism is understood by researchers, healthcare professionals and the public: the claim that autistic people are “mind blind”. The phrase suggests an inability to grasp what others think or feel. It is simple, memorable – and wrong.

The Conversation

FDA takes down page warning of crank autism cures as RFK Jr. nominates people have promoted them

Robert F KennedyJr says his new appointees will help him ‘fight autism.’ But, Eric Garcia writes, many of them also contributed to his presidential campaign

The Independent UK

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How Pets Help Children With Autism Thrive At Home ?

What Types of Pets Are Best for Children With Autism? Choosing the right pet for a child with autism involves careful consideration of the child’s sensory preferences, social comfort level, and family lifestyle. Though no pet is better than another, it’s important to be intentional about the type of animal.…

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‘Beyond worried’: the families waiting to hear how Send overhaul will change their lives

Already struggling to get help, families with children with special needs are concerned changes could make things worse

The Guardian - UK

UAE launches pioneering gene therapy to treat autism and rare brain disorders in children

The UAE has launched two gene therapy projects targeting the root causes of autism and rare brain disorders, marking a significant shift from symptom management to biological repair. Collaborating with global experts, these initiatives aim to enhance treatment effectiveness and safety for children with conditions like BPAN, paving the way…

The Times of India

Man Kicks Out Future SIL And Brother After He’s Done With Her Mocking His GF’s Eating Habits

Food is meant to bring people together and strengthen relationships. And yet, some judgmental, entitled individuals have such poor manners that they can’t help but spark drama at the dinner table or elsewhere. A man asked the internet whether he was wrong to kick out his brother and future sister-in-law…

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FDA removes page warning against fake autism ‘treatments’ like raw camel milk and chlorine dioxide

FDA page once warned people against using ‘miracle mineral supplement’ which contains chlorine dioxide – a dangerous chemical

The Independent UK

Kennedy’s push to find cause of autism divides Hill Republicans

One year into his term, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on autism is polarizing Capitol Hill Republicans.

Roll Call

Why Masking in Women Leads to So Many Missed Autism Diagnoses

Growing up feeling different without knowing why is a lonely experience for millions of women. You might have spent your life imitating others just to fit in. This effort often leads to a deep sense of burnout by the end of every day. It is not your fault that professionals…

Budget and the Bees

New autism diagnosis under consideration by experts

Proposed category would apply to autistic children over eight who have little to no functional language, an IQ below 50 and need 24-hour care

The Independent UK

Atlanta Lands $21.9M Grant for Largest Autism Study in City History

Watching your child struggle to navigate a world that isn’t built for them is a daily heartbreak for many Atlanta families. You have spent years searching for answers within a healthcare system that often feels reactive or fragmented. It is not your fault that resources for neurodivergent children are sometimes…

Budget and the Bees

A new diagnosis of ‘profound autism’ is under consideration. Here’s what parents need to know

Category describes people who have little or no language, an IQ of less than 50 and require 24-hour supervision

The Guardian - AU

A new diagnosis of ‘profound autism’ is on the cards. Here’s what could change

When it comes to autism, few questions spark as much debate as how best to support autistic people with the greatest needs.

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The Independent UK

Should people with autism and very high needs have a separate diagnosis? Takeaways from AP's report

As the definition of autism has widened, there’s been a growing push to separate profound autism into its own diagnosis

The Independent UK

As some people push to make profound autism its own diagnosis, this family is raising twins with it

As the definition of autism has widened, there’s a growing push to separate profound autism into its own diagnosis

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“I’m Aware Of My Limits”: Cousin’s Autistic Kids Make Woman Reconsider Becoming A Mother

No one can predict the future, but still you can’t help but worry and imagine all the ways things might go wrong. It’s no different for people planning to start a family. Having a baby brings more questions than answers, and the toughest ones are often about their health. One…

The Conversation

Autistic people seem to feel joy differently – here’s what it can tell us about neurodivergence

When people talk about autism, they often think about a child who is different and may be distressed by their surroundings. Or if the conversation moves beyond childhood, the focus might be about an autistic adult with analytical superpowers, such as The Good Doctor or Patience, who still has difficulty…

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The Independent UK

'Take the vaccine, please,' a top US health official says in an appeal as measles cases rise

A leading U.S. health official is urging people to get inoculated against the measles at a time of outbreaks across several states

The Independent UK

Fear among Minnesota's Somali community compounds a public health woe: Low measles vaccination rates

Public health officials say a measles crisis has long been brewing in Minnesota

The Guardian - UK

Alton Towers to test excluding people with autism and ADHD from disability fast lane

Half-term trial will limit ride access passes for those with additional needs and offer calmer spaces to people who find crowds difficult

The Independent UK

I’m autistic and have a brain injury. ICE dragged me from my car anyway. Then my nightmare really began

IN FOCUS: Exclusive Details: Aliya Rahman speaks to Eric Garcia about her ordeals — on the streets of Minneapolis, in a grim ICE detention center where she was mocked over her condition and through the public threats that flooded in after she spoke out

The Independent UK

Autism diagnosis rates for males and females revealed in new study

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The Guardian - UK

Autistic girls much less likely to be diagnosed, study says

By age 20 diagnosis rates for men and women almost equal, research finds, challenging assumptions of gender discrepancy

The Independent UK

Women have the same rates of autism as men – but get diagnosed less

A new study on autism prevalence in both genders suggests that ‘clinical biases contribute to under-recognition of women and girls’

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