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I’m supposed to write something here… (part 2) | National Police Autism Association
On the 10th anniversary of the NPAA, our Chair looks back at what has changed since we launched, and what the future holds for neurodiversity within policing by John NelsonChair | National Police Auti...
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No link between paracetamol use during pregnancy and autism or ADHD in children
In the largest epidemiologic study to date of the risk of giving birth to a child with autism, ADHD or intellectual disability following acetaminophen use during pregnancy, researchers found no associ...
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· Aug 30
"Autism made me do it" | National Police Autism Association
Can autism be a cause of criminal acts and bad behaviour? by John NelsonChair | National Police Autism Association In June 2020, autism featured in a widely-reported criminal case. Jonty Bravery, an a...
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· Aug 29
Around 90% of middle-aged and older autistic adults are undiagnosed in the UK, new review finds
89 to 97 per cent of autistic adults aged 40+ years are undiagnosed in the UK, according to the largest review of its kind. The review indicated that middle-aged and older autistic adults are facing h...
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· Aug 28
As this woman wins case against employer over ADHD, firms should take note
Official data analysed by Sky News shows the number of people in work with disabilities or long-term health conditions has risen by 21% since the pandemic, including a 35% jump in workers with learnin...
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· Aug 15
Researchers identify four genetic autism subtypes | National Police Autism Association
Analysis of autistic children reveals genes linked to traits and developmental trajectories Researchers at Princeton University and the private non-profit Simons Foundation have identified four clinic...
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· Jul 28
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· Jul 21
Guest Blog: A DCI's journey | National Police Autism Association
In this piece written for the NPAA as part of World Autism Acceptance Month, Detective Chief Inspector Becky Davies of Devon & Cornwall Police reflects on her promotion journey as an autistic and ADHD...
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· Jul 21
Why the antagonism over the rise in autism diagnoses? It’s actually good news | Gina Rippon
A ninefold increase is the result of huge advances in our understanding – and brings the hope of fulfilling lives to many more people, says author Gina Rippon
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