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Steve Silberman, who changed autistic lives with Neurotribes, has died. He captured ‘a civil rights movement being born’

Amanda Tink, University of South Australia Steve Silberman, author of NeuroTribes, a groundbreaking history of autism that fundamentally changed how society understood autistic people,

Autistic Singer Lizzie Hosking’s Career Soars with Scouted Performance and New Single Release

Watch the name Lizzie Hosking! Lizzie Hosking’s music career is rapidly gaining momentum, a success she attributes to her unique “superpower.” as she explained

Mealtimes can be tough when your child is autistic or has ADHD. Here are 5 tips to try

Stella Boyd-Ford, The University of Queensland and Clare Dix, The University of Queensland Gathering as a family for a meal can serve several purposes:

What is AuDHD? 5 important things to know when someone has both autism and ADHD

Tamara May, Monash University You may have seen some new ways to describe when someone is autistic and also has attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Carer Gateway – Carer Support

Emotional and practical services and support for carers of all ages. Getting help through Carer Gateway Carer Gateway aims to make your life easier.

I took “Hey Lemonade” for a Test Run and Can Officially Say it is ADHD Approved by Me!

I have no patience for traditional mindfulness or mental health tools. They often fall into the “too hard” basket. The steps I have to

The Unspoken Reality of Being the Default Parent as a Women.

In the intricate dance of parenting, there exists a role often overlooked yet silently assumed—the default parent. Typically, this role disproportionately falls upon women.

Understanding Autism with a Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) Profile

Autism encompasses a wide range of characteristics and behaviours, making it diverse and multifaceted. Among the various profiles within Autism, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

A New Hope for Early Autism Detection

Researchers at Flinders University are excited about the global adoption of their early screening tool for Autism, known as Autism Detection in Early Childhood

Beyond Perceptions – Book Launch

I’m thrilled to announce that you can now download my new ebook, “Beyond Perceptions,” for free for a limited time as a thank you

Autistic Meltdown V Tantrum

An autistic meltdown is an intense response to overwhelming stimuli, often triggered by sensory overload, emotional distress, or a combination of both. Unlike tantrums,

Noise-cancelling headphones, earplugs and earmuffs – do they really help neurodivergent people?

Kitty-Rose Foley, Southern Cross University Noise can make it hard to concentrate, especially for people who are extra sensitive to it. Neurodivergent people (such

Beyond Perceptions – Waitlist

Be the first to know! “Beyond Perceptions: Enhancing Understanding, Empowering Lives”🌟E-book. Are you ready to transform your perspective and enrich your life? ✨ “Beyond

Sesame Street Introduces New Resources for Families with Autism

You might be familiar with Julia, Sesame Street’s endearing 4-year-old character with autism. Since her introduction, Julia has become an inspiring symbol of inclusion,

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