RELATED STORIES Amazon Studios has given a series order to a coming-of-age comedic drama from Emmy winner Jason Katims (Friday Night Lights, Parenthood), about three twentysomething roommates on the autism spectrum. Based on the Israeli series On the Spectrum (though now untitled), the dramedy follows the three roommates as they strive for “the same things […]
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I Didn't Know I Had Autism Until I Was 24. It Changed My Life for the Better
OZY and JPMorgan Chase have partnered to take a deeper look at how businesses can impact society for the better. Enjoy the rest of our special series here. When I was 24, I was diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder. Before I received the diagnosis, I had no idea that I was living with autism. I […]
Autism: What is autism spectrum disorder? I’m A Celeb star Anne Hegerty reveals challenges
AUTISM symptoms are described as problems with social communication and interaction. These are just some of the signs of autism spectrum disorder, and when to have an autism test. I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! and The Chase star Anne Hegerty revealed her diagnosis and the challenges of having autism.
15 Successful People with Autism Who Have Inspired Millions of People
There are those who merely roll over and accept whatever hand fate deals them as the perfect excuse to settle for mediocrity. Then, there are the other type of people: The inspirational figures. The highly successful leaders, innovators and creators. The heroes who take what other people would see as a limitation and turn it […]
Companies Want to Work With People Who Have Autism
OZY and JPMorgan Chase have partnered to take a deeper look at how businesses can impact society for the better. Enjoy the rest of our special series here. Starting a new job can be thrilling — but it can also be nerve-racking. For Anthony Moffa, who was hired as an associate software engineer at JPMorgan […]
Man with autism spends 8 days in Calgary ER — mostly in isolation — but never admitted
Harold Lovell spent a week in an isolated room at a Calgary hospital emergency department — without a toothbrush or a change of clothes — waiting for a bed to receive mental health treatment. He didn’t get it.
Blood test can spot autism in children
A NEW blood test has been found to spot autism in children – allowing intensive behavioural therapy at an early age. Until now there has not been a biological test for children on the autism spectrum.
‘Treatment’ to remove metals from children with autism unproven and risky, but no clear regulations
A mother’s rejected complaint against a doctor offering chelation therapy for autism reveals there are no clear directives banning it, despite expert consensus that it doesn’t work and can be harmful.
Could This Sideburn-Sporting Scientist Crack the Autism Gene Puzzle?
OZY brings to you Medical Breakthroughs, a series about transformative cures and approaches — and the people behind them. Brian O’Roak loves Gaelic football, a fast-paced game with 15 players; a round ball that can be carried, kicked or passed; and a bunch of complex rules. Which makes perfect sense when you discover that O’Roak […]
Mom’s Facebook post to man who publicly shamed her son with autism goes viral
On June 10, Ashley Wright took her two kids to the Riverview Park and Zoo in Peterborough. Wright’s 13 year old son Logan is on the autism spectrum and has other disabilities. “Why do people bring kids like that out in public?” a man yelled at her.