Autism and disability news
Autistic boy says emus taught him about love
A nine-year-old autistic boy has said hatching emus from eggs has taught him about love.
Zak, from Bicester, offered to incubate and hatch the birds when a local farm owner said he wanted emus on his farm.
New watchdog for services for autistic people
The Department of Health has appointed Northern Ireland's first independent autism reviewer.
Ema Cubitt was selected for the role following a public appointment competition and will take up office in September for a five-year period.
AI could help identify toddlers who may be autistic, researchers say
Artificial intelligence may help experts identify toddlers who may be autistic, researchers have said after developing a screening system they say has an accuracy of about 80% for children under the age of two.
New scheme aims to create 'neuro-inclusive' island
A three-year strategy has been launched in Jersey to help support neurodivergent individuals.
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