Autism
NDIS shifts focus: personalised autism support
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is making significant updates in how it supports people with autism, shifting from focusing......
Access to education for Australians with disabilities still a challenge
Last week, the Disability Royal Commission released a report about the NDIS and the challenges Australians with disabilities face when......
New book shows how kids ‘wish upon a star’
Australians with disabilities face many challenges, particularly when going to school and struggle with their daily activities. This was the......
Judging Juries: Legal disadvantage for people with autism
People with autism can be unfairly judged based on their behaviours, which can create a disadvantage in the criminal judicial......
Impersonal Space brings the story of a young autistic girl to the stage
Theatre production Impersonal Space takes the audience on a journey of discovery with Nameless and her family. They realise that......
A positive path for improving vaccination rates
Vaccination rates are on the rise, but a small number of parents still decide against it. While there are many......
Meet Julia: How Children’s Programing is changing the conversation when it comes to Autism
Iconic children’s program ‘Sesame Street’ has introduced a new character that aims to change the way both children and parents......
Students with Asperger’s overcoming bullying
Students with Asperger’s Syndrome are more likely than others to be ostracised by their classmates and become targets of bullying.......
Autism diagnostic tool set to change
Autism diagnosis is set to change as modifications for the manual of medical disorders are underway.Acording to a study done......
Colouring the World Blue for Autism Awareness
Today marks the start of Autism Awareness month, which encourages people around the globe to colour their world blue. Autism......