The Latest Breaking News from Autism

For decades, a jigsaw puzzle piece has been used to symbolise autism across the world. It has been used for charity logos and awareness ribbons, and even tattooed on to the bodies of well-meaning parents.

Brittany Cartwright has shared her hopes and ambitions for her three-year-old son.

Brittany Cartwright and Jax Taylor's three-year-old son Cruz Cauchi has been diagnosed with autism after he stopped speaking before his second birthday.

The large meta-analysis is the latest to show a connection between autism and diabetes.

The education of autistic children and young people in western societies has been heavily influenced by a medicalised understanding of autism. This means considering autism as a disorder, with a focus on correcting autistic people’s perceived lacks, rather than building on their strengths.

Scientists, professors, engineers, teachers and doctors are routinely ranked among the most trustworthy people in society. This is because these professions rely heavily on research, and good research is viewed as the most reliable source of knowledge.

The Stockport-born star, 31, is known for HBO’s dark comedy The White Lotus and Netflix hit Sex Education.

Michelle Williams shines as a woman with terminal cancer hitting Tinder; dirt is dished in a demise-of-Twitter doc; Helen Mirren unleashes her Irish accent on London’s criminal underworld. Plus, the Australian drama that gets autism right

Autism representation is sorely lacking on our screens, and Austin wants to remedy that, along with plenty of laughter and excellent acting

If your child is struggling with certain everyday activities – such as playing with other kids, getting dressed or paying attention – you might want to get them assessed to see if they need additional support.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts communication, social interaction, and behavior. It presents differently in different individual, with diverse levels of difficulties and capabilities. Autism is not an illness that requires a cure, but rather a different way of seeing the world. Awareness about Autism is…