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
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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
Schizophrenia “hotspots” are identified by academics
A map of England which identifies those areas with the highest concentrations of people suffering with psychotic conditions poses a number of questions, researchers have said. Continue reading
Fitness enthusiast encourages people to run marathon to raise awareness of bipolar disorder
A UK woman and fitness enthusiast is encouraging people to run the Blackpool Marathon next month to raise money for bipolar disorder. Continue reading
Autism pair find true love online
Finding love when you have autism isn’t always an easy task. Whether you struggle under the pressure of dating situations, or if you simply find it hard to approach strangers, anyone with autism will tell you you’re not alone. Continue reading
Employers must support people with autism, says young campaigner
Employers must do more to support people with Asperger’s syndrome, a young woman has said. Continue reading