Building a more autism aware society with Health Secretary, Matt Hancock
Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Matt Hancock, has vowed to create a public autism awareness raising campaign later this year.
Autism Awareness Week
Comedian Robert White shares his experiences as an autistic person through song
To coincide with Autism Awareness Week, comedian Robert White has released a song about his personal experiences as an autistic person.
Spotlight: Autism is not a mental illness
Under the UK Mental Health Act 1983, autism is defined as a mental disorder. This inaccurate representation of people on the autistic spectrum can lead to even more confusion, and harm, when caring for autistic people who are experiencing mental ill health
The importance of education on World Autism Awareness Day
Today (2 April) is World Autism Awareness Day. As autistic people and their families share their experiences, the day highlights the need for better education and understanding of autism
Kerr’s Journey: The mother making a difference for autistic children in Inverclyde
As Autism Awareness Week begins, mum of two, Laura Graham, officially launches Kerr’s Journey: A social enterprise changing the lives of children with autism in Inverclyde.