This week is World Autism Awareness Week and, to mark the occasion, UK broadcasters such as ITV are hoping to educate members of the public on a lifelong developmental disability which is often overlooked by the media. Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2017
More than half of those living with epilepsy feel discriminated against
A new study has revealed that more than half of people living with epilepsy have been discriminated against. Continue reading
New IQ test designed for children with autism
Researchers say that a simple picture-based test is a reliable way to assess verbal intelligence in a child with autism. Continue reading
Viewers moved by drama’s poignant plotline
One of the BBC’s most popular drama series has won plaudits for its recent story about Down’s syndrome. Continue reading
Well-loved children’s TV show to launch autistic character
Sesame Street, a well-loved kids’ TV show created more than 50 years ago, has announced the introduction of a new autistic character – Julia. Continue reading
New blood test may be able to identify autism years in advance
A blood test may be capable of identifying the risk of autism years before physical symptoms appear, researchers have said. Continue reading
Confronting epilepsy aspersions head-on
A young woman living with the effects of epilepsy is hoping to raise public understanding of the condition, having previously been accused of being drunk or on drugs following a seizure. Continue reading
University receives £20 million donation to study autism
A UK university has been handed a £20 million fund to investigate new treatments for autism, it has been announced. Continue reading