Autism

Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

An application has been submitted to create a children's home in Queen Alexandra Road, Ashbrooke.

Care home for autistic children planned for Sunderland's Ashbrooke

Highgate Cottage, off Durham Road, in Sunderland.

Bid to open care home for children and young people with autism

Elaina has been diagnosed with severe autism, a learning disability, sensory processing disorder, and epilepsy.

Sunderland family seek support for severely autistic daughter Elaina

Noah Waldron, 6, behind the wheel of a Stagecoach bus.

Bus loving autistic boy, 6, sees dream come true with Stagecoach visit

Thornhill Park School.

Inspectors visited this school and identified areas needing attention

Betsy Jenny celebrate 5 years with owner Steve Lynn and his team.

The cafe which serves up counselling as well as home-cooked classics

Autism expert Dr Paul Whiteley, right, and analytical chemist Kevin Carr at their Sunderland based Analutos laboratory.

City scientists believe they've developed first screening for autism

Paul Farrell with his new fantasy book The Archon Saga which will be available to buy on April 24.

Author counts down to his new fantasy book's release this week

The Future Collaborations project is receiving funds raised through Sam Fender's recent tour

We're opening a music studio in Sunderland with help from Sam Fender

Daniel Parker with his mum Sharon after graduating with doctorate from the University of Sunderland.

I've overcome autism to get my PHD and I now want to inspire others

A therapy session at Burlington House

The 'neurodiverse' school combining in-house therapy and life skills

Jude Graham has been documenting his fundraising on social media

I'm spending my school holidays fundraising for children with autism

President Donald Trump has announced US doctors will soon be advised not to prescribe paracetamol-based pain relief to pregnant women.

Professor slams Trump as fearmongering in paracetamol and autism claim

President Donald Trump has announced US doctors will soon be advised not to prescribe paracetamol-based pain relief to pregnant women over a disputed link to autism

What 5 scientists say about paracetamol and autism after Trump claims

Together for Children's Bump to Baby Plus Project (B2b) is celebrating 27 years of supporting young parents and parents-to-be.

Council celebrates over quarter of a century of helping young mums
Together for Children's Bump to Baby Plus Project (B2b) is celebrating over a quarter of a century of supporting young parents and parents-to-be.
Neil Fatkin

New 'residential institution' for children with autism approved at historic ex-vicarage building on Wearside

Old vicarage and restaurant will now be something very different

Vijayalakshmi Subramani, and her husband Dr. Selvakumar Ramachandran with their son Jameskarthik.

I saw families like mine struggling to access vital equipment

Christine, Michelle and Julie after running the Manchester Marathon.

Seaham super slimmers shed the pounds to complete Manchester Marathon

Families at the start of the Walk for Acceptance

More than 300 people take part in walk to raise awareness of autism

How Fans Museum is giving people with autism learning opportunities

Author Charlotte Faulconbridge reading a book and smiling

Author's inspiring journey after chronic illness diagnosis

Tracey and Dan with daughter Delilah.

Meet mother of SEND child who set up group after mental health issues

First look inside the new Sea Change cafe

Cillian O Connor

Watch: I'm autistic. I felt invisible before discovering magic

Gregg Wallace judges on BBC1's Masterchef

Gregg Wallace steps back from Masterchef amid misconduct investigation

Young people enjoyed activities at National Glass Centre as part of the Autonomy programme over the summer.

Club for young autistic people
A new project aimed at reducing loneliness and isolation among autistic young adults in Sunderland has launched a new weekly club.
Tony Gillan

Katelyn Hibbert outside Herdman Chemists proudly wearing her three medals from the karate European Championships.

Autistic woman celebrates medal wins at karate European Championships

The cycling team about to embark on their 110 mile ride.

Cyclists overcome floods to complete epic 110-mile ride for nursery

Pottery taster sessions for the young adults.

Project to reduce isolation among young autistic people

Young trampolinist has Olympic dreams

Terry Christie who has a passion for Sunderland history, particularly trams.

How a passion for history has helped an autistic Sunderland man

Sean Coates (centre) with members and volunteers of the new WILD Club.

Adults with learning disabilities enjoy activities at new WILD Club

Finley Bollen, six, dresses in an officer's hat and outfit everyday - keeping his town and its people safe on the roads.

Watch: Meet the police-obsessed youngster keeping the streets safe

Destiny Mitchell, 26, is homeless and has turned a bus stop into a temporary home on the Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham.

Watch: Our home is a disused bus shelter...it's going to be demolished

Gemma and Paul Gibson with their son Joseph.

Parents of deaf and autistic boy launch school places petition

Playing with dolls can aid children with their social development

Cadbury axes iconic popular treat

Did you know what the different colours mean? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s what it means if you see a blue or teal pumpkin this Halloween

Did you know about the different colours of buckets? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Blue and teal pumpkin buckets: what the colours mean for those with autism and a...

Claude the crab models were hidden along the North East coastline to raise awareness of autism.

Can you find Claude the crab? How a teenager with autism is using a seaside hunt...

Marie Jevon (right) founder and CEO of Include 'In' Autism with volunteers as they take a rest from clearing the grounds of their new premises.

Sunderland autism support group set for fresh start with new home

Volunteers are having to carry out repairs to the sensory garden run by Include 'In' Autism at the Downhill Centre, Sunderland.

Sunderland sensory garden suffers devastating break-in - staff 'sickened' by the...

Northumbria Water Make My Day scheme surprise the Include In Autism group.

Volunteers make autism charity founder's day to recognise her devotion to famili...

Amy Hossack is taking on an alcohol-free fundraiser to raise cash for Include 'in' Autism. She's pictured with partner Paul Rochester and their son Aaron and daughter Poppy.

Sunderland mum set to give up booze to raise funds for autism support group

Sophie finding a hiding place for one of her Claude models

Latimer's autism campaign sees Claude the Crab come home

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Autism not linked to eating fish during pregnancy '“ large new study

Laura Robson, front left, with son Marc, who is organising a charity night for Include 'In' Autism, pictured with other visitors to the service.

Mum's bid to lift the stigma over autism

Best of Wearside Community Group Awards nominee, Include 'In' Autism. From left CEO Marie Jevon, ambassador Richard Smith and director Kathryn Murphy.

Autism support group nominated for Sunderland Echo honour

Michael Crewe on placement at the Empire Cinema in Sunderland.

'˜Autism passport' scheme launched thanks to input from Sunderland people

Dad hopes to launch first book series which stars an autistic character

Lesley Lane and Michelle Elstob.

Autism charity to set up shop in Sunderland city centre

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