Is the idea of an autism spectrum misleading?

The latest thinking about autism suggests the idea of a single autism spectrum may be misleading, outdated and unhelpful. A concept which has shaped thinking around autism since the 1980s, the idea of a single autism spectrum, ranging from mild to severe, is now being called in to question by researchers and many people...

April is World Autism Acceptance Month

April is World Autism Acceptance Month, with Wednesday 2nd April kickstarting a month of celebration and awareness-raising with World Autism Awareness Day. The global campaign aims to “raise awareness, foster acceptance and create a society where autistic people are supported, understood and empowered.” In the UK, the National Autistic Society wants to change attitudes...

Get as colourful as possible for World Autism Acceptance Week

World Autism Acceptance Week 2024 is being held from 2nd to 8th April, with Tuesday 2nd April also being designated as World Autism Awareness Day. The international awareness week helps to improve awareness, raise vital funds, breakdown barriers and tackle discrimination. The National Autistic Society encourages schools, workplaces and local communities to get involved,...