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Autism treatments lack evidence, major review finds

A major government-commissioned review reveals most widely used autism interventions lack robust evidence, urging a shift towards personalised support and away from 'one-size-fits-all' approaches.

Teen Mom Star's Autism Revelation: Relief at 33

Former Teen Mom star opens up about her life-changing autism diagnosis in her 30s, describing the profound relief and self-understanding it finally brought after years of struggle.

Christine McGuinness Signs Up for Adult Channel Role

Model and autism advocate Christine McGuinness is set to challenge perceptions by joining an adult channel, a move she sees as empowering following her acclaimed BBC documentary 'Unmasking My Autism'.

Christine McGuinness: 'We're really struggling' after split

Model and autism advocate Christine McGuinness gives a raw and honest account of the challenges she and ex-husband Paddy face while co-parenting their three autistic children, calling it the 'hardest year' of their lives.

Bowie's Daughter Lexi on Autism Diagnosis Relief

David Bowie's daughter, Lexi Jones, opens up about her late-in-life autism diagnosis, describing the profound sense of relief and validation it brought after years of feeling isolated and exhausted from trying to fit in.

Disability Groups Revolt Against NDIS Reforms for Children

Major disability advocacy organisations have launched a fierce campaign against the Albanese government's proposed changes to the NDIS, warning new access rules for autistic children and those with developmental delays will cause widespread harm and force

UK crackdown on bogus milk teeth stem cell treatments

The UK's Competition and Markets Authority issues a stark warning over unproven and potentially dangerous 'milk teeth' stem cell therapies being deceptively marketed to vulnerable families, prompting a major crackdown.

£2bn Plan Diverts Autistic Children Off NDIS

A landmark £2 billion program aims to create a new support system for children with autism, moving them away from the NDIS and into mainstream services, sparking both hope and concern among families.

Biggest Loser's Rachel Frederickson: 155lb Loss Revisited

A decade on, we revisit Rachel Frederickson's jaw-dropping 155lb weight loss on The Biggest Loser that sparked global concern. Discover her journey to body acceptance and the truth behind the infamous transformation.

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