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.
Patras: Teacher slapped an autistic child because he was "making noise and disturbing"
A shocking incident of violence against a 9-year-old boy with autism occurred at a special elementary school in Patras, Greece, where a teacher allegedly slapped the child for being noisy.
Patras: Shocking allegations of slaps on a 9-year-old with autism in a Special School - The teacher 'was disturbed by the noise'
Serious allegations of violence against a 9-year-old autistic student at a Special Elementary School in Patras are under investigation by authorities, after the child's mother reported repeated slaps from a teacher.
Inclusion at the Gymnasium Puchheim: A Companion Helps an Autistic Girl Navigate School Life
A girl with autism is supported by a companion in her daily school life at a gymnasium in Puchheim, Germany.
Mother of autistic man starved to death in hospital 'satisfied' with damning investigation
Ann Jeffery, mother of Stewart Kelly, expresses satisfaction with a critical investigation by the Queensland Health Ombudsman into the death of her son, who starved in Robina Hospital due to inadequate care for his autism-related needs.
Mother reports school after son with autism is expelled in Juazeiro do Norte
A mother in Brazil filed a complaint after her autistic son was expelled from school following an incident where he pushed another student and a teacher during a crisis.
Parents kill their two autistic children and family pets; this is what we know about the case that shocks internationally
A couple allegedly murdered their two autistic sons and the family pets in Australia before taking their own lives, prompting widespread horror.
Thousands boycott Alton Towers after 'disgraceful' autistic and ADHD visitors rule change
A proposed change in access rules for autistic and ADHD visitors at Alton Towers has ignited a significant public backlash with thousands signing a petition against it.
Lamia: Mother abandoned her autistic child at the courthouse
A mother abandoned her 9.5-year-old autistic child at a courthouse in Lamia, Greece, following a judicial decision granting custody to the child's biological father.
Boyzone star praises Titanic museum for autistic daughter's private tour
Keith Duffy from Boyzone highlights the exceptional support from the Titanic Museum for his autistic daughter during a private tour.
Is there room for children with autism in Greece?
A 12-year-old non-verbal autistic child is denied entry to a play area due to an age restriction, highlighting Greece's ongoing neglect of disability inclusion in everyday life.
Video shows the moment an autistic child is rescued from a suspected rapist in AP
A woman rescued an autistic child from a suspected rapist in Amapá, Brazil, as captured by security footage.
Civil Police arrest suspect of sexually assaulting autistic child in Amapá
A 48-year-old man was arrested in Santana, Brazil, for allegedly sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl with autism after attempting to lure her with money.
VIDEO: Autistic student has crisis at school and mother denounces police brutality: 'My son is not a criminal'
The mother of a 13-year-old autistic boy claims her son was violently handled by police during a crisis at his school in Uberaba, expressing her shock at the incident.
Autistic writer who doesn't speak reveals his complex thoughts
An autistic writer shares his deep reflections on identity and dreams of being neurotypical, emphasizing the uniqueness of his own world.
An autistic child kisses his grandfather during prayer and achieves millions of views.
A touching video of a Turkish autistic child kissing his grandfather during prayer has garnered millions of views on social media, showcasing a moment of human connection and affection.
‘I’ve lost my friends’: advocacy groups warn Australia’s social media ban risks isolating kids with disabilities
Advocacy groups warn that Australia's new social media restrictions may lead to increased isolation for children with disabilities, as illustrated by the experience of a 14-year-old autistic girl who found community and safety online.
Procon finds expired chocolate since 2023 in flower shop targeted by complaint about chocolate with glass
A flower shop in São José, near Florianópolis, was inspected by Procon after a customer reported finding chocolate with glass pieces in a basket, injuring her 4-year-old autistic daughter; during the inspection, expired chocolates dating back to 2023 were seized.
Autistic student who balanced studies with crafts is approved for psychology at Ufac: 'I want to help other people'
Eighteen-year-old Thalita Silva, diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, has been accepted into the psychology program at Ufac after scoring 900 on her ENEM essay, hoping to assist others in their therapeutic journeys.
MarÃa Julia Oliván denounced an episode of discrimination against her son: 'A child with autism is not a threat'
Journalist MarÃa Julia Oliván condemned discriminatory comments directed at her son and criticized libertarian deputy Lilia Lemoine's statements about Ian Moche, an autistic child activist.
Ian Moche responded to Lemoine, who accused him of 'acting like an autistic person' and insulted his mother
Child activist Ian Moche publicly replied to statements made by national deputy Lilia Lemoine, who accused him of 'acting like autistic' and insulted his mother.
Autistic girls are often not recognized because they skillfully hide their symptoms
A large study suggests that while autism has traditionally been viewed as more prevalent among boys, girls also show rising diagnosis rates during adolescence, potentially equalizing by age 20.
Mother of autistic children shares story in wake of WA family tragedy
A Kalgoorlie mother of autistic children shares her experience and encourages other struggling parents to seek help after a tragic incident involving the Clune family.
Autistic girls much less likely to be diagnosed, study says
A study reveals that while females may be as likely to be autistic as males, diagnostic rates show that boys are significantly more likely to receive an autism diagnosis in childhood.
Police investigates death of autistic man found tied up inside his own house in Ananindeua, PA
The Civil Police continues to search for possible suspects involved in the death of a 26-year-old autistic man found tied in his home in Ananindeua.
Searching for answers regarding the family tragedy in Australia: The feeling of abandonment and school insults
A family tragedy in Perth, Australia, is being treated as a murder-suicide case, where parents killed their two autistic sons before committing suicide, amidst issues of lack of government support and isolation from family and friends.
Parents in Australia killed their sons with autism and themselves
In a tragic incident in Australia, parents allegedly murdered their two autistic sons and then took their own lives, with the bodies discovered at their home in Mosman Park, Perth.
Parents in Australia killed their sons, pets, then themselves. "The system broke them"
In a tragic incident, parents in Australia are suspected of killing their two autistic sons and then themselves, with their bodies found at their home in Mosman Park.
'People do not know what it is like to live with an autistic person,' says mother of boy who fell from 10th floor
After the scare that almost took her son's life, Paloma struggles with the judgment faced by her autistic son Brenno, who fell from a tenth-floor apartment in Ribeirão Preto.
One in six autistic pupils in UK have not attended school at all since September
A UK survey reveals that one in six autistic pupils have not attended school since September, primarily due to mental health issues, leaving many families feeling blamed by the government.
Autistic child trapped after car door locks and is rescued by Firefighters in Manaus
A five-year-old child with Autism Spectrum Disorder was rescued by the Fire Brigade of Amazonas after getting locked inside a car in Manaus.
Autistic boy 'branded a monster' before parents killed him in murder-suicide
A distressing account of a family who suffered from profound isolation and despair, culminating in a tragic murder-suicide involving an autistic boy and his parents.