American researchers have developed a computerised system that allows them to analyse brain scans and then predict to a 99% accuracy those who have an ADHD wired brain. Read More...
After a long-overdue process of reviews, the outline of proposed reforms to the Mental Health Act was announced by the Department of Health and Social Care. But what the implications of the changes for people with a learning disability… Read More...
Research conducted by Dimensions, an organisation that offers support for people with learning disabilities and autism, has revealed the extent to which people with learning disabilities and autism have been affected by Covid-19. Read More...
Last week Mencap brought thousands of people together to celebrate Christmas, and to promote the various guides and activity packs that they have created for the festive season. Read More...
Learning disability charity Mencap in a survey of 116 families with children with learning disabilities has found that a majority of parents and carers are not given sufficient information and materials by health professions. To address… Read More...
Charities and organisations that advocate for people with learning disabilities used International Day of People with Disabilities to platform excellence within the community, and also to kick start a new digital map that is hoping to bring… Read More...
Organisations that advocate for people with learning disabilities have urged policymakers to priorities people with learning disabilities in any vaccination plan. Read More...
Learning Disability England published a report about the postcode lottery of services available to people with learning disabilities. And called on local authorities to give its members agency and options in the place that they live. Read More...
Charities have criticised the Government's lockdown strategy and policy. And have urged the Government to allocate additional funding to assist people with learning difficulties and autism through the Covid-winter. Read More...
Research by the Office for National Statics and a parliamentary human rights report have concluded that Covid-19 has had a damaging affect on adults with learning disabilities. Read More...
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