Virgin Holidays, one of the largest long-haul tour operators in the world, is planning to introduce autism-friendly holiday packages to the UK. Continue reading
Yearly Archives: 2017
UK campaigners improve access to music for people with learning disabilities
A UK organisation is working to improve the lives of people with learning conditions through live music and events. Continue reading
Babies born premature more likely to experience mental health problems in adulthood, says study
A new study suggests that babies who are born premature run a higher risk of experiencing mental health problems into adulthood. Continue reading
Tesco to trial autism “quiet hour”
Tesco, the third largest retailer in the world, will trial an autism “quiet hour” to aid those who struggle shopping in noisy and crowded environments. Continue reading
Young brits have second to worst mental health wellbeing in the world
A worldwide survey has revealed that young British people are among the demographics most likely to suffer from poor mental health wellbeing. Continue reading
Researchers believe virtual reality device could help to monitor schizophrenia
A new study suggests that a virtual reality (VR) game could have the potential to detect and monitor symptoms of schizophrenia in its users. Continue reading
Teenager and autism assistance dog reach Crufts finals
An unlikely team have reached the grand finals of the Crufts Dog Championships, the international canine event has announced. Continue reading
‘Zeno’ the robot breaks new ground in autism research
Scientists at Imperial College London have invented a cartoon-like robot to help educate autistic children on emotional understanding. Continue reading