Netflix is supporting a unique drama diploma created specifically for autistic individuals and people with learning disabilities, aiming to improve disability representation in the UK’s television industry. Although 20% of the UK population lives with…

Autism diagnoses have surged dramatically in recent years, with figures in the UK showing an eightfold increase since 1998. Experts suggest this growth is not necessarily due to a rise in the number of autistic…

A recent UK study has highlighted the continued use of psychotropic drugs among adults with learning disabilities in community and supported living settings, often prescribed for behaviours that challenge, despite the absence of a diagnosed…

New figures from the CDC in the United States reveal that one in every 31 children is now diagnosed with autism by the age of eight. The data, gathered from 16 communities in 2022, also…

A grassroots initiative created to support families struggling with lengthy NHS waiting times for autism and ADHD assessments has now gained charity status. The Roxi Foundation, based in Swindon, Wiltshire, was launched by the family…

Leading charities have written to Stephen Kinnock MP, Minister of State for Care, calling for immediate action after figures revealed that 2,025 autistic individuals and people with learning disabilities are still being detained in mental…

Vital support services for unpaid carers are under serious threat due to increased employer National Insurance contributions, according to the Carers Trust. The charity warns that its network of over 130 local carer organisations now…

Experts have raised concerns over the number of children in Scotland facing long, unreported waits for autism and ADHD assessments. Despite recent progress in mental health services – with Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services…

A Norfolk-based charity supporting young people with mental health challenges has welcomed fresh government investment aimed at improving access to early intervention services. Youth organisation MAP runs early support hubs in King’s Lynn, Great Yarmouth,…

As part of Autism Acceptance Month, The Big Cat Sanctuary in Smarden, Kent, has been honoured with an Autism-Friendly Award from national support provider Dimensions. The accolade celebrates the sanctuary’s dedication to creating a supportive,…

A new report has revealed that children in Bradford who moved from primary to secondary school during the Covid lockdown have faced significant challenges, with many struggling to adjust and engage in their new school…

The government has pledged a £740 million investment to increase support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), creating 10,000 new school places across England. This funding will enable the expansion of specialist…