January, 2018
People with hidden disabilities entitled to blue badge under new scheme
The blue badge scheme could soon be extended to those with hidden disabilities such as autism and dementia, reports have revealed.
Autism
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November, 2017
Increased risk of autism linked to obesity in mothers
A new study has discovered an increased risk of autism in children born to mothers who are overweight before they become pregnant, according to a report in the Daily Mail….
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November, 2017
Dramatic rise in number of autistic children removed from schools
A shock report has revealed that a staggering number of autistic children have been withdrawn from school after schools were struggling to provide the right support and resources.
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November, 2017
Autistic children should be given greater access to residential schools, claims review
The National Autistic Society (NAS) has “welcomed” a Government review into the experiences and outcomes of children placed in residential special schools.
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October, 2017
Job hunters with autism could benefit from ‘robot skill training’, researchers say
The latest research suggests that only 14 per cent of adults living with autism in the UK have a full-time job, and that many find it difficult to find their…
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October, 2017
Children with suspected autism are waiting up to 44 months for diagnosis, figures show
Members of Parliament have warned of the urgent need to improve the diagnosis times and subsequent treatment of children with autism – after it was revealed that parents of children…
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October, 2017
Stranger who helped calm autistic child on packed train hailed a “hero”
A mother has praised the actions of a stranger after he helped calm her autistic son on a train – amid concerns that there is not enough support for autistic…
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October, 2017
Man calling for more awareness of autism on public transport
An autistic man who was told he could not board a train is calling for more awareness of the condition on public transport.