Autism and disability news

Published on August 29, 2024

All you need to know about the Paris Paralympics

A 2024 Paralympics gold medal

The Paris Paralympics started yesterday. 

BBC Sport has created a guide. 

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Puppet helped boy, 17, overcome social anxiety

A young boy with dark hair wearing a crucifix necklace and a white and grey t-shirt. He's holding up a fluffy cow puppet. He's in a house and there's a grey sofa and the edge of a kitchen behind him.

A 17-year-old autistic boy with cerebral palsy has said a ventriloquist puppet he created has helped him overcome his social anxiety.

Elliot, from Southbourne, Dorset, had severe communication problems until he created a character called Mr McCow.

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Club rep encourages autistic fans to attend games

"For autistic people, it's not just a case of coming to the football, we pick up every sense in the background."

A autistic man is using his passion for his local football team to help others enjoy matchdays.

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Event for children with special needs organised

A woman with brown hair and sunglasses, wearing a black tshirt

A fun day for children with special educational needs was organised by a mother who wanted to connect with parents in the same position.

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