“On the spectrum.” These three words have become synonymous with autism, yet behind them lies a common misunderstanding. The idea of “the spectrum” suggests that all autistic people share similar ...

A study of more than 10 million siblings suggests that firstborns are more likely to be autistic and have allergies, while ...

There is no significant difference in the effectiveness of how autistic and non-autistic people communicate, according to a new study, challenging the stereotype that autistic people struggle to ...

Imagine having a conversation where every gesture and glance feels like a test. You're juggling eye contact, facial expressions, and tone of voice, all while trying to keep up with the words. You ...

In the academic year so far, the proportion of children who are “persistently absent” from schools in England – missing at least 10% of school sessions – stands at 19.5%. This is up from last year – ...

Our researchers are leading work to improve how society supports autistic people across the life course. This Autism ...

Researchers from La Trobe University have launched a world-leading toolkit for healthcare professionals to better identify and support Autistic adults at risk of suicide. One in three Autistic people ...