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An investigation by  Lead researcher Irene Tuffrey-Wijne, a palliative care specialist and a member of Kingston University’s Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education, along with her team of researchers, analyzed documents related to 900 legal euthanasia cases released by the Dutch government’s euthanasia review committees. Euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide in the Netherlands have…

Credit: Unsplash+ So, you’ve never been diagnosed with autism. But could autism-associated genes be affecting you in subtle ways? You might be surprised by what the brilliant minds from France’s Institut Pasteur have found. Autism Genes: Not Just for Autism Anymore In a riveting research paper, the team unpacks how genes linked with autism can…

Paper-tearing soothes this Wisconsin man with autism. It has also made him an artist Amy Schwabe   Milwaukee Journal Sentinel In the children’s book “Grant, the Eco-Friendly Artist,” a young child is hyperfocused on tearing paper. The book says that Grant “would draw, paint, and tear paper for hours and hours, over and over!” Combined…

Here is a book that may be of interest to you, whether or not you are autistic around different aspects of Buddhist practice. It includes a chapter from our very own Prajnanandi. It would be of particular use to those looking to articulate more about their autism and how it works with Buddhism, or those…

Each year, thousands of people decide that they want to escape the monotony and regimented regime of 9-5 working and create a business that is completely their own. For many people, office-based careers do not provide that stimulation or satisfaction in working that can be gained from overseeingyour own small business. It can be incredibly…

When it comes to educating young children, any teacher will tell you that it is hard work, especially when one of the children that they are trying to teach has a diagnosis of autism. Autism can cause an array of complications when it comes to learning; everything from listening to working with others can be…

Getting a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can seem daunting to many parents and families. What does this mean? What are the symptoms? And what therapies are available?  We have done some research and digging and got some answers to central questions. This article is not an exhaustive list and will not answer all…

Welcome to the Autism Classroom Resources Podcast, the podcast for special educators who are looking for personal and professional development. Christine Reeve: I’m your host, Dr. Christine Reeve. For more than 20 years, I’ve worn lots of hats in special education but my real love is helping special educators like you. This podcast will give…

Source: Daria Nekipelova/Pexels Over the years, I have met dozens of individuals with autism who have shared with me experiences of their special interests losing their sparkle, or of a strong focus on work, while recreation suffered. Some of these experiences fall under the umbrella of what has been termed “autistic burnout“—the toll which masking…

Credit: Unsplash+ The biological roots of autism continue to mystify scientists, despite a wealth of genetic, cellular, and microbial research data. But a recent focus on the human microbiome — the ecosystem of microbes that reside in our gut — offers a promising area of exploration. These microbes have been shown to play a part…