Delta government honours autistic teen cyclist on awareness ride
The Delta State government recognized 16-year-old autistic cyclist Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke during his endurance journey to raise awareness about autism.
Dad loses custody of autistic son after fighting sex change, gets support from Elon Musk
A father in Iceland lost custody of his autistic son after opposing the child's transition, gaining support from Elon Musk amidst a heated ideological debate.
Woman arrested for leaving autistic son alone in Valinhos; guards found drugs in the house
A 30-year-old woman in Valinhos, Brazil, was arrested for leaving her autistic son alone at home, where authorities found the child appearing drugged and drugs in the residence.
Neurodiversity in Cinema
The article discusses two films that highlight neurodiversity: 'Temple Grandin', a biopic about an autistic woman’s journey, and 'Especiales', which focuses on adolescents with severe autism.
Seven-year-old Canadian girl with autism and mother detained by ICE in Texas
A Canadian mother and her autistic daughter have been detained by ICE in Texas amid family claims of unlawful detention.
Independent autism committee that challenges RFK Jr’s overhaul draws criticism
The cancellation of the first public meeting of the restructured US autism committee, overseen by Robert F Kennedy Jr, has raised concerns and criticism within the autistic community.
Teacher and daycare assistants convicted of torturing autistic girl in the interior of SP
Three employees of a municipal daycare in São Paulo were sentenced for torturing a non-verbal autistic girl, receiving prison terms of 2 to 3 years in an open regime.
Young autistic man undergoes surgery after alleged assault at school in Cabo Frio
A 21-year-old autistic man underwent surgery after reportedly being pushed by a teacher at a municipal school, resulting in a femur fracture.
Single mother of five autistic children transforms challenges into a new beginning and creates a support network in Alagoas
A single mother in Brazil, Luana Rodrigues, navigates the complexities of raising five children diagnosed with autism while establishing a support network for other families in similar situations.
Teenager apprehended and man arrested suspected of killing a teacher and young autistic man in Pará
A 17-year-old boy was apprehended and a 21-year-old man was arrested in Pará, Brazil, on suspicion of being involved in the murders of a teacher and a young autistic man.
Mother reports aggression against autistic son by teacher at inclusive school in Cabo Frio: 'they put him on the bus injured'
A mother claims that her son, diagnosed with severe autism, was assaulted by a teacher at an inclusive school in Cabo Frio, leading to serious injuries and hospitalization.
Police investigates whether speech therapist arrested in DF abused five other children with autism
The police are investigating whether a speech therapist, arrested for sexually abusing a 4-year-old autistic child, has abused five other autistic children.
São Paulo City Hall prohibits therapy companion, and autistic child misses classes in municipal school
The São Paulo City Hall has prohibited a therapeutic companion from entering a municipal school for a seven-year-old boy with autism, leading to his absence from classes.
Sir Lenny Henry signs up for boldest grilling yet on ITV's The Assembly
Sir Lenny Henry is set to participate in the second series of ITV's The Assembly, joining other notable figures to engage with a group of autistic and neurodivergent interviewers.
6-year-old autistic girl stops attending school due to lack of support professional in Teresina
Ayla Gabriele Xavier Gomes, a 6-year-old girl with autism, has not attended school for over a month due to the school's failure to provide a support professional as required.
Young autistic woman reports abuse during crisis after accepting a ride in Barra da Tijuca: 'Help me, I was raped'
A 28-year-old autistic woman reported sexual violence in Barra da Tijuca after accepting a ride from a man during a crisis, leading to the suspect's arrest and an ongoing police investigation.
Parents shocked by sudden closure of specialist service for kids with autism
Parents and advocates express dismay over the unexpected closure of the AEIOU service for autistic children in Brisbane.
Families with autistic individuals will be exempt from IPTU and garbage collection fee in Macapá
The Macapá City Council approved a law exempting families with autistic members from property tax and garbage collection fees.
Did you see the red balloon at the Kaziukas fair? Find out what it means
The red balloon at the Kaziukas fair symbolizes raising awareness about the experiences of autistic children in schools.
Kilometer charge, concerns about international affairs, descriptions, and the status of autistic people
The article discusses various social issues including the kilometer charge, international concerns, and the current status of autistic individuals in society.
Institute for autistic children suspends activities after delay in transfer of amendments from the São Paulo City Hall
The Gabi Institute in São Paulo has temporarily suspended activities due to delays in receiving public funding from the city government.
The US government has approved a medication for autistic children — but parents can no longer find it anywhere
US health officials have announced a promising medication for autistic children, but the demand has doubled, and parents cannot find it in pharmacies.
Seine-Saint-Denis: the search continues for Madoua, a four-year-old autistic child missing by the Marne
Search efforts are ongoing to locate Madoua, a four-year-old autistic child who went missing a week ago in Seine-Saint-Denis.
VIDEO: body of autistic child found in treatment lagoon in Maceió
The body of a non-verbal autistic child was discovered in a sewage treatment lagoon in Maceió, Brazil, marking the second such tragic incident within two weeks.
Parents of autistic teenagers describe a long desert walk
Parents of autistic teenagers share their challenging experiences and journey related to supporting their children.
Woman disappears after leaving Nerópolis to go to Goiânia to get money for her son's treatment
Flávia do Nascimento, a 24-year-old woman, has been missing since leaving Nerópolis for Goiânia to secure funds for her autistic son's treatment.
'It has been desperate,' says mother of autistic boy diagnosed with rare syndrome causing paralysis in the interior of AC
A mother shares the emotional and financial struggles her family faces after her 3-year-old son is diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome, a rare autoimmune condition that causes paralysis.
Anders Svensson: Why autistic people do not want to be called persons with autism
The article discusses the changing perception of person-first language, particularly regarding autistic individuals' preference to be identified as autistic rather than as a person with autism.
Masked youth arrested for threatening mother and autistic brother in Valença
A 25-year-old man was arrested for threatening his mother and autistic brother at their home in Valença, Brazil.
Family reports aggression against a 7-year-old autistic child at a school in Campina Grande
A family has reported that their 7-year-old autistic child was allegedly assaulted by another student at a municipal school in Campina Grande, Brazil.
Women report fetishization of autistic individuals in dating apps and social networks
Women have reported experiences of being fetishized for their autism on dating apps and social media, receiving invasive and inappropriate questions from men.
Man arrested in Amapá suspected of abusing stepdaughter and autistic son for years
A 30-year-old man was arrested in Santana, Brazil, on suspicion of sexually abusing his 18-year-old stepdaughter and 11-year-old autistic son for several years.
Seine-Saint-Denis: a four-year-old autistic boy missing
A four-year-old autistic boy named Madoua has gone missing from a playground in Neuilly-Plaisance, prompting a significant search effort.
A pair of pants found at sea may belong to Airam, the 20-year-old autistic young man missing in La Palma
A pair of pants found at sea is believed to potentially belong to Airam, a 20-year-old autistic man who has been missing since February 16 in La Palma.
The Civil Guard confirms the discovery in the sea of the pants worn by Airam, the young autistic man missing in La Palma
The Spanish Civil Guard has confirmed the discovery of pants belonging to Airam, a 20-year-old autistic man missing since February 16 in La Palma, and plans to expand coastal searches.
The taboo about the sexuality of autistic youth opens room for health risks and abuse
The taboo surrounding the sexuality of adolescents with autism spectrum disorder poses risks to their health and wellbeing.
Mother of an autistic child suspected of assaulting a principal and staff at a school in Imperatriz, MA
A mother of an autistic child is suspected of assaulting school staff after being asked to leave the classroom where she was not allowed to stay.
Autistic teenager found after spending more than 4 hours lost in a forest area in Açailândia
A 14-year-old autistic boy has been found safe after he went missing in a forested area in Açailândia, Brazil, resulting in a search operation by local firefighters.
No trace of Airam, the 20-year-old autistic young man missing for a week in La Palma
The search for Airam Concepción, a 20-year-old autistic man missing from La Palma for a week, has not yielded results, prompting a reduction in search efforts by authorities.
Surprising discovery: these signs indicate that your dog may be autistic
Research indicates that autism and other neurodiversities may not only be characteristic of humans but can also manifest in dogs.
A 99% reduction in working hours granted to the father of a child with severe autism who is not hospitalized
The Superior Court of Justice of the Canary Islands has granted a father the right to a 99% reduction in working hours to care for his severely autistic child, overturning a previous decision that denied this claim.
Gold Coast single mother of autistic twins facing homelessness
Tammy Majeed, a single mother from the Gold Coast, is struggling to find housing for herself and her autistic twin sons amid a housing crisis.
Civil Police investigates psychologist suspected of child abuse against autistic child
The Civil Police in Araçatuba, Brazil, is investigating a psychologist suspected of abusing a five-year-old autistic child during a therapy session.
Talia Mar's 'relief' after diagnosis after being told 'you don't look autistic'
Talia Mar expresses relief following her autism diagnosis at age 25, which has helped her better understand herself and her experiences.
Video of a popcorn seller playing with his autistic son while working at carnival goes viral
A video of a popcorn seller engaging playfully with his autistic son at a carnival in Brazil has gone viral, attracting over 900,000 views on social media.
Autistic child dies after being found floating in a stream in Maceió; there are suspicions of sexual abuse
A five-year-old autistic child named Anthony Gabriel died after being found floating in a stream in Maceió, with suspicions of sexual abuse.
Stepfather arrested on suspicion of raping 10-year-old autistic stepson in Rorainópolis
A 46-year-old mechanic has been arrested in Rorainópolis, Brazil, on suspicion of raping his 10-year-old stepson who has autism.
A new diagnosis of ‘profound autism’ is under consideration. Here’s what parents need to know
The Lancet journal is considering a new diagnosis category for 'profound autism', aimed at supporting autistic individuals with the greatest needs.
Inclusion on the Avenue: Deaf Friends, Four Blind Brothers, and an Autistic Boy Experience Carnival in an Inclusive Area at the Sambadrome
The article highlights the inclusive experiences of disabled individuals at the São Paulo Carnival, showcasing the vibrancy of samba and the importance of accessibility at such events.
When making friends was hard, chickens took Summer under their wings
Chickens have played a crucial role in helping Summer Farrelly, an autistic teen, develop social connections and understand human interactions better.