As Autism Awareness Month begins in April, the Cocoa Police Department is emphasizing how autism can affect behavior.

To advocate for various support avenues within the criminal justice system, it is important to include autism in discussions of criminal responsibility.

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Individuals with autism interpret information, emotions, and sensory input differently than the neurotypical population. Although behaviour changes such as less eye contact or repeated movements are ...

April is globally recognised as Autism Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and promoting acceptance and inclusion for individuals on the spe ...

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According to Jared Edward Reser of the University of Southern California, certain species of mammals display solitary behaviour that strongly resembles what is often seen in autism. There appears to ...

Autism is a different way of experiencing the world, not something to be “fixed.” By listening, being patient can make a ...

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April marks the start of Autism Awareness Month and a new center that provides support is preparing to open in Cedar Springs.