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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

There Are at Least Four Types of Autism, Researchers Find

The autism spectrum reflects diverse experiences, and new research has identified four subtypes linked to genetic differences.
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fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

The Role of Perfectionism in Autism Spectrum Disorder

Perfectionism in autism serves as a coping mechanism for self-esteem and interpersonal distress, leading to further relationship challenges.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Selecting the Right Specialist for Autism Evaluation

"I told my pediatrician I thought my daughter had autism-only to be turned away when I asked for psychological testing."
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Bill Gates' daughter reveals he has 'Asperger's syndrome,' recalls how boyfriends found meeting him 'terrifying'

Bill Gates has Asperger's syndrome, as revealed by his daughter Phoebe Gates in a podcast.
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from6abc Philadelphia
3 months ago

Idaho college killings: Judge refuses to rule out death penalty over autism diagnosis

Judge denies Kohberger's lawyer's argument against the death penalty based on autism, asserting no legal basis exists for such a disqualification.
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fromNew York Post
3 months ago
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Judge rules prosecutors can seek death penalty against Bryan Kohberger if convicted of Idaho student murders - despite autism diagnosis

Judge rules death penalty can be sought for Bryan Kohberger, despite autism diagnosis.
Autism spectrum disorder does not exempt Kohberger from capital punishment consideration.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

He's Using Autism as a Defense for a Capital Murder. It Might Work.

Kohberger's defense seeks to eliminate the death penalty before his trial based on his autism spectrum disorder.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

Judge rules prosecutors can seek death penalty against Bryan Kohberger if convicted of Idaho student murders - despite autism diagnosis

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fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

He's Using Autism as a Defense for a Capital Murder. It Might Work.

Kohberger's defense seeks to eliminate the death penalty before his trial based on his autism spectrum disorder.
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fromFast Company
3 months ago

First impressions in job interviews hurt candidates with autism. Here's how employers can fix that

First impressions significantly influence judgments about competence and likability, impacting opportunities for individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
fromArs Technica
3 months ago

Autism rate rises slightly; RFK Jr. claims he'll "have answers by September"

"As part of the initiative, hundreds of local pediatricians have been trained to screen and refer children for assessment as early as possible, which could result in higher identification of ASD, especially at early ages."
NYC parents
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Help! We Generously Offered to Take Over Custody of Our Grandson. We're So Frustrated at How His Parent's Responded.

It’s critical to recognize that parents may have their reasons for choosing what they feel is best for their children, even if it seems selfish.
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fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 months ago

Beautiful' autistic teen took life - mum says she was 'shut out by university'

The mother of Ethan Pieterse highlighted their family's struggles with inadequate educational support at university, particularly concerning his autism spectrum disorder.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Walnut Creek: Throat-stabbing scream mask' teen gets 5 years in custody

A teen was sentenced to five years in a secure youth facility for attacking a classmate with a knife, emphasizing treatment and rehabilitation.
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fromPsychology Today
5 months ago

Cults, Sex, and Neurodivergent Individuals

Individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are particularly vulnerable to cult influence due to their desire for structure and social acceptance.
Sexual abuse is a significant risk for those in cults, emphasizing the need for sexual education for individuals with ASD.
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