January 2017

A nationwide online study has been launched that aims to understand why autistic people may be more at risk of depression and suicide than the general population.
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Animated blockbusters Sing and The LEGO Batman Movie are among the Autism Friendly Films to be shown in February.
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Urgent action is needed to stop children and young people with challenging behaviour and complex mental health needs from being institutionalised at an early age with low ambitions for improving their lives, a review has said.
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There is a need to improve policy, planning and research in relation to people with learning disabilities and dementia, a new report has said.
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A call for evidence has been launched that seeks views on the educational experiences and outcomes of children and young people attending residential special schools and colleges.
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Optometrists who rely on auto-refractors could be losing vital skills for preserving eye health in individuals with Down’s syndrome and other learning disabilities, according to research.
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Everyday life can present real challenges for people living with complex learning disabilities, even more so when health conditions such as diabetes come into play. But with determination, creativity and perseverance from providers and…
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Delta 7, a 7-piece rock band from Eastbourne, East Sussex, whose members all have a learning disability, have just released their debut single, and the money raised from it will all go to charity.
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A theatre company that includes people with learning disabilities is about to tour the UK with its hit comedy production, before moving on to a European tour later this year.
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An autistic woman who graduated from a skills training course has now been taken on by the training provider to support other people taking the course.
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