Historically, autism research has been conducted by non-autistic researchers.
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A research project led entirely by autistic people aims to change the way autism research is conducted.
New research debunks the stereotype that autistic people lack the motivation to form meaningful social connections.
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Autistic people are not only more likely to feel lonely but are also more likely to experience it more acutely than non-autistic people according to new research.
Almost half the study’s respondents found breastfeeding to be a positive experience most or all of the time.
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New research sheds light on how autism affects how we feed our babies, and vice versa.
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Autistic girls tend to be diagnosed significantly later than boys,
Autism health passports were designed with the aim of achieving more equitable access to healthcare for autistic people.
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Autism health passports are a tool designed to help autistic people access healthcare more easily.
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Autistic people have an elevated risk of homelessness, according to a new study.
The message from autistic activists is clear: “nothing about us without us”.
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When non-autistic people take the lead on autism research, support and advocacy without input from autistic people, we risk of getting the message wrong and missing key parts of the picture.
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Do autistic children need social skills interventions in school?