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• Autism (examined using ADOS) has remained stable in prevalence since 2007, at about one in a hundred adults (0.8%).

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Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey: Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing, England, 2023/4 - NHS England Digital
The Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey (APMS) series provides data on the prevalence of psychiatric disorder in the English adult population. It  is the fifth in a series and was conducted by Nat...
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November 28, 2025 at 6:59 AM
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Largest study reveals best treatment options for ADHD
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Largest study reveals best treatment options for ADHD
The most comprehensive review to date of ADHD treatments has found that medication for children and adults, and cognitive behavioural therapy for adults, remain the most effective approaches, backed b...
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November 28, 2025 at 8:24 AM
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Tai chi is as good as talking therapy for managing chronic insomnia
Results support the use of tai chi for long-term management of chronic insomnia in over 50s

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Tai chi as good as talking therapy for managing chronic insomnia
Tai chi, a form of mind-body exercise widely practiced in Chinese communities, has similar benefits to talking therapy for middle aged and older people with chronic insomnia, finds a tr...
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November 28, 2025 at 8:19 AM
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Study links America’s favorite cooking oil to obesity
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Study links America’s favorite cooking oil to obesity
Soybean oil, the most widely consumed cooking oil in the United States and a staple of processed foods, contributes to obesity, at least in mice, through a mechanism scientists are now beginning to un...
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November 28, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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• Autism (examined using ADOS) has remained stable in prevalence since 2007, at about one in a hundred adults (0.8%).

digital.nhs.uk/data-and-inf...
Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey: Survey of Mental Health and Wellbeing, England, 2023/4 - NHS England Digital
The Adult Psychiatric Morbidity Survey (APMS) series provides data on the prevalence of psychiatric disorder in the English adult population. It  is the fifth in a series and was conducted by Nat...
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November 28, 2025 at 6:59 AM
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Autistic adults have an increased risk of suicidal behaviours, irrespective of trauma - please do not ignore this important research
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Autistic adults have an increased risk of suicidal behaviours, irrespective of trauma
Autistic people are more likely to report suicide-related behaviours and psychological distress irrespective of previous traumatic experiences, according to new research from the University of Cambrid...
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November 26, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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USC study maps brain wiring differences in autistic young people

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USC study maps brain wiring differences in youth with autism
USC researchers have uncovered new insights into how brain wiring differs in children and young adults with autism, pointing to more precise ways of understanding the condition. The study,&n...
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November 27, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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Autistic adults have an increased risk of suicidal behaviours, irrespective of trauma - please do not ignore this important research
www.eurekalert.org/news-release...
Autistic adults have an increased risk of suicidal behaviours, irrespective of trauma
Autistic people are more likely to report suicide-related behaviours and psychological distress irrespective of previous traumatic experiences, according to new research from the University of Cambrid...
www.eurekalert.org
November 26, 2025 at 7:49 AM
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Interesting web site which might be useful yto some of our followers
www.theneurochamp.com
Inland Empire Educational Psychologist & Speech Pathologist
We offer ADHD, dyslexia, speech, & learning disability evaluations, plus psychological testing for kids and teens in Riverside & San Bernardino Counties.
www.theneurochamp.com
November 25, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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Vegan diet—even with ‘unhealthy’ plant-based foods—is better for weight loss than Mediterranean diet, finds new study
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Vegan diet—even with ‘unhealthy’ plant-based foods—is better for weight loss than Mediterranean diet, finds new study
Eating a vegan diet increases consumption of plant-based foods—including those defined as “unhealthy” by the plant-based diet index—leading to greater weight loss than the Medi...
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November 25, 2025 at 8:18 AM
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Out of interest - what is your take on this video
Mums of Kids with Disabilities & Autism: Why You’re Burnt Out—and How to Heal
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Mums of Kids with Disabilities & Autism: Why You’re Burnt Out—and How to Heal
YouTube video by SoulShift for Carers
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November 25, 2025 at 8:07 AM
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Join me and @emergentdivergence.com in our new community NeuroHub.

Access to exclusive webinars, resources and space to connect with others!

Hope to see some of you there!

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NeuroHub - DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy
A Collaborative Community for Exploring Neurodiversity NeuroHub is my new membership community, built for people who want more than surface-level conversations about neurodiversity. It’s a space for t...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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Once limited to severely disabled people, autism became viewed as a spectrum that included folks far less impaired. Along the way, it also became an identity, embraced by graduates. Azeen Ghorayshi explains what’s really driving the increase in diagnoses.
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The Autism Diagnosis Problem
Podcast Episode · The Daily · 11/24/2025 · 33m
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November 25, 2025 at 7:52 AM
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November 24, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Researchers reveal how autism-linked mutation triggers PTSD-like fear - do you think you have PTSD?
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Researchers reveal how autism-linked mutation triggers PTSD-like fear
Until now, most evidence for PTSD-like symptoms in ASD has relied on self-reports, leaving the underlying brain mechanisms unclear. In a new study, researchers led by Professor KIM Eunjoon at the Inst...
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November 24, 2025 at 8:48 AM
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Screens that do good: How digital tools can help kids and teens stay healthy
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Screens that do good: How digital tools can help kids and teens stay healthy
Mobile phones and endless screen time are the bane of parents the world over. But while technology is often blamed for poor health in children and teenagers, new University of South Australia research...
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November 23, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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Do you agree with this take on parents with special needs kids?

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The i Paper on X: "Opinion | "We should be asking: why is anyone having to fight this hard in the first place?" writes Amber Windsor https://t.co/niTQzPUa9h https://t.co/sb5HKbmsC0" / X
Opinion | "We should be asking: why is anyone having to fight this hard in the first place?" writes Amber Windsor https://t.co/niTQzPUa9h https://t.co/sb5HKbmsC0
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November 22, 2025 at 10:21 AM
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Oxfordshire autism test waiting list for woman '16 to 18 years'
Jenny's case has been raised in the House of Commons by MP Layla Moran.
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November 22, 2025 at 7:39 AM
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Adolescent ADHD symptoms affect adult income indirectly through education and mental health
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Adolescent ADHD symptoms affect adult income indirectly through education and mental health
Researchers at the University of Oulu’s Research Unit of Clinical Medicine and Oulu Business School have examined how symptoms of adolescent ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) and o...
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November 21, 2025 at 8:06 AM
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November 20, 2025 at 11:55 PM
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Looking forward to joining @autisticparentsuk.bsky.social with @tanyaadkin.bsky.social next week.
Q&A about all things Autistic/ Monotropism/ Parenting related!
Join us on Autistic Parents UK Facebook Page :)
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💻Live Q&A - Monotropism and Autistic Parenting

Helen Edgar will be joining Tanya Adkin live on our public Facebook page for a Q&A session on the topic of Monotropism and Autistic Parenting.

🗓️Tuesday 25th November at 7pm.

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Autistic Parents UK. Live Q&A. Monotropism and Autistic Parenting. Tanya Adkin & Helen Edgar. Tuesday 25th November at 7.00pm.
November 20, 2025 at 6:48 PM
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Is It Depression OR Autistic Burnout?
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Is It Depression OR Autistic Burnout?
YouTube video by Auticate with Chris & Debby
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November 20, 2025 at 8:20 AM
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Exciting news!

I’m really delighted to be collaborating with @emergentdivergence.com and to be part of this new community space as an affiliate.

Access to exclusive videos, talks, and recordings and more!

Hope to see some of you there!

dghndconsultancy.co.uk/neurohub/
NeuroHub - DGH Neurodivergent Consultancy
A Collaborative Community for Exploring Neurodiversity NeuroHub is my new membership community, built for people who want more than surface-level conversations about neurodiversity. It’s a space for t...
dghndconsultancy.co.uk
November 19, 2025 at 7:53 PM
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Rare genetic variants can increase the risk of ADHD by up to 15 times
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Rare genetic variants can increase the risk of ADHD by up to 15 times
A new study led by researchers from Aarhus University has identified rare genetic variants that markedly increase the risk of ADHD. The study also shows that these variants are particularly expressed ...
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November 19, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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Rise in ADHD diagnoses can leave parents confused about ‘typical’ behavior for kids
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Rise in ADHD diagnoses can leave parents confused about ‘typical’ behavior for kids
Parents of children who fidget, daydream, and enjoy running and jumping should not automatically be concerned about ADHD.
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November 18, 2025 at 7:51 AM