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New Toddlerlab to study autism

Researchers studying the early development of autism and other behavioural conditions at Birkbeck, University of London’s “Babylab” are to be supported by colleagues at...

New technology could aid social interaction in autism

Interactive computer-generated characters are helping children with autism to improve their social skills and learn to interact better with people. While many parents fear the...

A tale of two sisters

Growing up with an autistic sibling can be tough, but through the best and the worst of times, 17-year-old Mimi never lost faith in her sister Lucy

Schools illegally excluding children with autism

Four in ten children with autism in England were illegally excluded from school during a 12-month period, according to a new survey carried out...

Major study of autism and ADHD risk in siblings

Researchers at Birkbeck, University of London’s “Babylab” are launching a new £2.5 million project called Studying Autism and ADHD Risk in Siblings (STAARS) which...

Turning it around

Sarah Alderson describes how her son’s autism has changed her life for the better

Autism diagnosis survey

During November 2013, 2000 people who have an autism diagnosis, or are the parent or carer of someone who has a diagnosis, completed the...

Small beginnings

Parent Hazel Reeves reflects on the little things that make a big difference to her daughter with ASD

No choice without understanding

Young people with ASD need clear information and practical support to deal with the complexities of modern social interaction, writes Robyn Steward

Positive thinking

Julie Day reveals how an Asperger’s diagnosis helped her turn her life around

Book Reviews

Teaching Dyslexic Students: Theory and Practice

Lynn Lovell is head of Professional Practice at the British Dyslexia Association. She has completed an MA in Specific Learning Difficulties with a focus...

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