New Forensic Community Team Supports People with Intellectual Disabilities to Reduce Hospital Admissions
A forensic community intellectual disability team in Norfolk has shown that specialized community care can reduce hospital admissions for individuals with intellectual disabilities involved in offending.
Study Finds Young Autistic Children Naturally Consider Others’ Visual Perspectives
New research indicates that young autistic children naturally take others' visual perspectives, showing preserved or heightened social sensitivity rather than reduced engagement.
Family-Centered Occupational Therapy Shows Promise for Improving Play and Daily Skills in Young Autistic Children
A hospital-based family-centered occupational therapy coaching program improved adaptive behaviors, daily living skills, and play attention in young autistic children, suggesting benefits for early intervention.
Study Highlights Key Factors Enhancing Teachers’ Confidence in Supporting Autistic Students in Mainstream Schools
A study of 126 secondary school staff reveals that autism-specific training, inclusive environments, experience, and positive attitudes boost teachers’ confidence and intentions to support autistic pupils.
New Study Defines Meaningful Change Thresholds on Social Responsiveness Scale for Autistic Children
A new study establishes minimal clinically important difference values for the Social Responsiveness Scale in autistic children aged 4 to 10, aiding interpretation of treatment effects.
Asking for a Break
Learn how to help your child ask for a break when feeling overwhelmed. This guide teaches four key social skills to communicate needs and respect boundaries effectively.
Recent Insights into Genetic and Environmental Influences on Autism
New research highlights ongoing efforts to differentiate genetic and environmental influences on autism, offering insights for families and professionals.
Eye Tracking Reveals Links Between Autism Traits, Joint Attention, and Development in Preschoolers
A study using eye tracking in preschool autistic children found links between joint attention accuracy, social traits, and cognitive skills, highlighting targets for early intervention.
Study Finds No Causal Link Between Pregnancy Inflammation and Child Neurodevelopmental Outcomes
A genetic study in Norway found no evidence that maternal inflammation during pregnancy causes neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD or autism in children, suggesting previous links may reflect genetic confounding.
Antidepressant Use Rises More Sharply Among Autistic Adults in the UK from 1997 to 2023
A UK study from 1997 to 2023 found antidepressant prescriptions increased more among autistic adults than non-autistic adults, with higher doses and longer treatments.