Autism

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Florida in the past two years has spent more money than any other state in the nation providing a therapy called applied behavior analysis (ABA) to children with special needs including autism — $6.57 billion between 2023 and 2025.

A 5-year-old boy with autism was found dead Friday after drowning in the retention pond behind his Tampa apartment.

The police department recently announced its Approach With Care Autism Awareness Initiative. It includes additional training for officers and free vehicle decals.

During a roundtable on youth mental health, Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo introduced guidelines urging broader evaluations by providers before children are prescribed psychotropics.

Kids with autism can be 160 times more likely than other children to drown. Florida is dedicating state money to a program that prioritizes swim lessons for these kids.

Developed with the Supreme Twins Foundation, the camp aims to provide a structured, supportive environment for a demographic often underserved by traditional summer programming.

A speech pathologist and a space-staging expert – both moms of neurodivergent children – organize preparedness workshops and a specially designed backpack with tailored tools.

As the definition of autism has widened, there’s a growing push to separate profound autism into its own diagnosis. People with this condition, such as 9-year-old twins from Massachusetts, need lifelong care.

Loud, exaggerated and dramatic elements can be overwhelming for people with special needs, but sensory-inclusive programming offers accommodations that help them enjoy the arts.

On "What's Health," an neurologist explains autism as a neurotype with strengths and challenges. Then, a physician-scientist highlights advances in personalized breast cancer treatment.

The optional program has been passed in several states over the last few years. Supporters say it will help drivers with autism and law enforcement officers communicate better. Critics worry it'll be used to create a statewide autism registry.