People with stronger autistic trails showed distinct exploration patterns and higher levels of persistence in a computer game, ultimately resulting in better performance than people with lower scores of autistic traits, according to a...
The number of American children and adults diagnosed with autism increased 175% in roughly a decade, according to new research that shows an uptick among certain groups appears to be driving the trend. The post Autism Diagnoses Surge...
Your brain not only processes what you see but continuously makes predictions based on your experiences. This process may be less fine-tuned in people with autism, research suggests.
Sensory-friendly Broadway shows have been offered for years, but a new initiative aims to accommodate people with autism at regular performances held on some of the most prominent stages in theater. The post On Broadway, A New Effort To...
Charity says findings on evaluations of children and adults suggest different approaches and are ‘deeply worrying’ Children and adults seeking an autism diagnosis in England are up to almost seven times more likely to receive one in some...
Byron Lewis is an imposing 6-foot-4, 280-pound senior, a standout lineman who has dreams of winning a state championship this year and possibly playing in college. Oh, and by the way, he has autism. The post ‘This Is The Stuff For...
National Audit Office report finds no signs of improvement in lives of pupils despite record spending The bill for special needs education in England has hit £10bn a year, with the number of children and young people entitled to...
Researchers show how sleep loss during early life impacts key aspects of brain development and how it can increase one's risk for developing autism spectrum disorder.
By creating personalized brain 'organoids' in the lab, scientists showed how microRNAs impact brain development, and demonstrate how one drug can reverse critical cellular signs of autism.
Scientists shed light on the often-overlooked role of the cerebellum in both motor and social-cognitive processes. His research contributes to a growing shift in the field of neuroscience, which has traditionally focused on the cerebrum....
In an effort to bolster employment for individuals with autism and other disabilities, Wells Fargo is partnering with a university to help Fortune 500 companies create neurodiversity initiatives. The post Major Corporations To Get...
Neither Robert Jenrick nor Kemi Badenoch have said much about the economic state the country was left in Big election defeats almost always throw political parties into existential crises: who do they represent, what are they for? The...
Symptoms and disease progression of Rett syndrome are different in females than males. A new study shows why it is important to understand these differences to develop better treatments.
Increased risk for autism appears to be linked to the Y chromosome, a study has found, offering a new explanation for the greater prevalence of autism in males.
The Autism Transitions Research Project has released new findings that underscore critical challenges and opportunities in transitioning autistic youth into adulthood.
Personally and professionally, I’m livid about Kemi Badenoch’s endorsement of dangerously false claims, writes Dr Erin Beeston . Plus letters from another concerned parent and Stuart Bruce I felt compelled to respond to the latest...
Autistic people and those with ADHD can feel stressed at regular gigs, prompting a wave of carefully tailored new events. But can they cater to incredibly diverse needs? On a grey Sunday in September, windows still manage to let shafts...
One of the complex consequences of school shootings is young children — including some with disabilities — are increasingly facing criminal repercussions for language deemed threatening. The post How School Shooting Fears Led To A...
Cabinet Office minister Ellie Reeves says Labour is closing ‘Tory freebies loophole’ over declaring hospitality Badenoch criticised for pamphlet’s ‘stigmatising’ remarks on autism The Autism Centre of Excellence at Cambridge , a charity...
The Tory leadership hopeful paints a picture of free handouts and special treatment. As the father of an autistic child, I can tell you that’s a lie For the past 18 months or so, a bundle of ideas about human psychology has been getting...
Former cabinet colleague of Tory leadership candidate says ‘muddled’ campaign essay does not take ‘correct approach’ The Tory leadership candidate Kemi Badenoch has been criticised for a campaign pamphlet that said autistic people...
There is new evidence that the cells responsible for communication in the brain may be structured differently in children with autism. Researchers discovered that in some areas of the brain neuron density varies in children with autism...
A new study has created a map of DNA modification in two regions of the brain critical to learning, memory and emotional regulation. The map offers a benchmark for ensuring stem cell-based models accurately replicate human brain...
As diagnoses of autism spectrum disorder have increased, so have the number of experimental and off-label therapies seeking to address the condition. Evaluating treatments can be daunting. The post How Parents And Caregivers Can Evaluate...
NHS checks are expected to reach about 18,000 students with disabilities and additional needs Young people with disabilities and additional needs in residential schools and colleges will soon be offered free NHS hearing, dental and...
Lawmakers approved a short-term extension of the nation's primary autism law, but the path to renewing the measure — and nearly $2 billion for the developmental disability — may be rockier than expected. The post Senate Punts On Autism...
Siblings of children with autism are about seven times more likely than others to have the developmental disability too, new research suggests. The post Study Bolsters Evidence That Autism Runs In Families appeared first on Disability...
People with autism and their families say they can't find adequate help in their communities before they reach a crisis point. The post Growing Need. Glaring Gaps. Why Mental Health Care Can Be A Struggle For Youth With Autism appeared...
Movie theaters, museums and other public spaces have taken steps to accommodate neurodivergent people. Now, a stand-up show at the famed Laugh Factory is demonstrating that comedy can be inclusive too. The post Inclusive Comedy Show...
Children born during the pandemic, including those exposed to COVID in utero, were no more likely to screen positive for autism than unexposed or pre-pandemic children.
For the young people with neurodevelopmental disorders in my clinic, their needs are better met there than in secondary schools, writes Robin Davies Polly Toynbee points out so many ways in which British people can be encouraged to work...
Pupils with Send slipping further behind peers in reading, writing and maths despite teaching and legislation gains Children with special needs in England have slipped further behind their peers in reading, writing and maths, despite...
Contrary to common perceptions and years of research that autistic people can't describe their emotions or often have muted emotional responses, a new study concludes that many autistic adults are in fact acutely aware of their feelings...
A news study challenges the traditional approach to diagnosing neurodivergent conditions (also known as 'neurodevelopmental disorders' in the medical literature), such as autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities. The research introduces a...
London-based doctor Tajwer Siddiqui says Home Office rules are separating him from his wife and Alina, 19 An experienced and highly regarded doctor who is working at a GP surgery in east London says he has no choice but to walk away from...
Gender nonconformity in 7-year-olds -- as measured by levels of gender-conforming play -- may be associated with autistic traits and behavioral difficulties in girls, and with peer relationship problems in boys, according to a new study.
A new study has shown the roleplaying game Dungeons and Dragons boosts autistic people's confidence and enables them to feel more comfortable with social interactions.
Mark Haddon’s bestselling novel gets an Australian adaptation ‘that Christopher himself would enjoy’ – with a warning system, ‘timetables’ and an autistic star The play has barely begun, but onstage at Belvoir’s new production of The...
A new machine learning model can predict autism in young children from relatively limited information. The model can facilitate early detection of autism, which is important to provide the right support.
Accuracy of 80% claimed for screening of children aged under two based on machine learning Artificial intelligence may help experts identify toddlers who may be autistic, researchers have said after developing a screening system they say...
Resolution Foundation points to growth in claims for conditions such as autism and says adulthood brings financial cliff edge Children in England and Wales aged 15 or 16 are now more likely to be receiving disability benefits than adults...
Hyperactivity, repetitive behavior, and language deficits all appeared in the mice, highlighting an unexpected role the cerebellum seems to play in autism.
Former Manchester United midfielder on why teenager reminds him of Zidane, the buzz of working at Salford and his pending Old Trafford return “I’m not sure you can train it – I think it’s just in you,” Paul Scholes says of the...
A study has uncovered significant findings related to the early sensorimotor features and cognitive abilities of toddlers who are later diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).