What is Autistic Barbie? Mattel’s new doll sparks conversation on AutismMattel has launched its first autistic Barbie doll. This new doll features sensory-friendly accessories and design elements. It aims to rep...
12 Jan, 2026, 08.15 PM IST
Mattel launches autistic barbie in push for more diversity and inclusionMattel is launching a new autistic Barbie. This doll joins a diverse collection aimed at inclusivity. The design involved extensive collabo...
12 Jan, 2026, 10.43 AM IST
Trump's comments on autism evoke anger, hope among autistic people and their familiesPresident Trump's recent comments on autism, Tylenol, and vaccines generated diverse reactions. Some families welcomed the renewed focus an...
28 Sep, 2025, 07.50 PM IST
'These are kids who will...': Robert F Kennedy Jr bizarre 'autism' remarks trigger massive backlash onlineRobert F. Kennedy Jr is facing massive backlash online for his bizarre remarks on autism. The backlash follows a new CDC report showing tha...
18 Apr, 2025, 05.01 PM IST
World Autism Awareness Day 2005: 6 strategies for parents to support the success of their autistic childrenIn an effort to raise awareness, acceptance, and support for individuals with autism, April 2 is designated as World Autism Awareness Day. ...
02 Apr, 2025, 08.45 PM IST
Kids on the autism spectrum experience more bullying. Here's what schools can do about itAccumulating evidence indicates autistic children are more likely to be bullied.
09 Jun, 2022, 06.37 PM IST
Autism affects boys and girls differently. Understanding both ends of the spectrum will help you know if your child has the ailmentA study estimated that there are about 4.2 boys with autism for every girl.
02 Apr, 2022, 05.47 PM IST
Google Glass app can boost social skills in autistic kidsThe wearable technology can recognise conversational prompts and provide the user with suitable responses in return.
15 Sep, 2017, 07.01 PM IST
Autistic children to finally get disability certificates after a wait of 15 yearsBoard comprising a clinical psychologist or rehabilitation psychologist, a psychiatrist and a paediatrician or a general physician.
27 Apr, 2016, 06.44 PM IST
This group from Bengaluru gives autistic children much-needed aidRamani's team has created an app to provide information on autism. The perfect Monday morning mood enhancer.
11 Apr, 2016, 01.12 PM IST
New autism treatment to help children in IndiaClinical researchers from the Universities of Liverpool and Manchester in UK collaborated with colleagues in south Asia to adapt the therap...
17 Dec, 2015, 04.01 PM IST
An app comes to rescue for autistic children's parentsThe app Autism Care, contains information on schools, hospitals and psychologists, as well as facts on autism symptoms and care-giving tips.
12 Nov, 2015, 02.51 PM IST
Government to take responsibility for specially-abled children older than 18 tooRaising the issue of autistic children, NCP's Hemant Takle said the state provides no facilities for them.
21 Jul, 2015, 04.25 AM IST
Google Glass app to help autistic childrenA Massachusetts-based startup called Brain Power is developing Google Glass app to help autistic kids learn social and communication skills.
26 Dec, 2014, 03.51 PM IST
Tablet turns into a lifesaver for autistic childrenThe Autism Society of India started the Prayas Project, which has an iPad lab in Indiranagar, Bangalore, said Sridhar Sundaram, who volunte...
22 Jan, 2014, 04.27 PM IST
Startups at Next Big Idea showcase technology solutions to improve lifeTechnology aiming to make life better was the dominant theme for the products showcased at Next Big Idea, a biz plan competition at IIM B'l...
24 May, 2013, 05.09 AM IST
- Delhi aspires to be a caring city for differently-abled: Sheila Dikshit
The CM said the city government is aspiring to make Delhi a caring city for one and all, especially for the elderly and differently-abled.
10 Apr, 2013, 09.49 PM IST