Autism

Statistics from travel insurance policies show the number of people declaring neurodivergent conditions has risen by 79 per cent in just seven months

ADHD and autism is soaring among people over 50, suggests new data

The benches will carry information linked to mental health support.

New Preston benches offer support for people with bad mental health

Enablement Support Worker Peter Franklin, 53, should have been celebrating - he had just married his wife Kim and flown to the Caribbean for their dream honeymoon.

I should have been celebrating my honeymoon not fighting for my life

Lancashire and South Cumbria ICB chief operating officer, Prof Craig Harris.

New support service for Lancashire parents navigating ADHD & autism

Blackpool Victoria Hospital

New plan to reduce ADHD & autism referral times in Lancashire

The office site in Brook Lane, Much Hoole, and how it could look (inset)

Verdict in on school for up to 55 children with autism in Much Hoole

When Prestonian Kyle Clarkson was growing up he dreamed of being a drag queen - now, at 21, he dreams of educating and helping others stop the hate and be more accepting of it.

Meet the Preston drag queen on a mission to change some mindsets

Hope's Therapy Dogs - Ali and her daughter Hope, Hope with Pippa, and a workshop with Ali.

The mum using dogs to transform lives, in memory of daughter, 9

Noah Harwood, 10, using his VR headset at Royal Preston Hospital Children’s Unit this week.

"It will benefit so many families": Children at RPH gifted VR sets

St Anne's on Sea resident Ben Constable at his University of Lancashire graduation

RAF veteran overcomes homelessness to graduate from Uni of Lancashire

The office site in Brook Lane, Much Hoole, and how it could look (inset)

Specialist autism school could open in this Lancashire village

A therapy session at Burlington House

The 'neurodiverse' school combining in-house therapy and life skills

Court sketch of Axel Rudakubana, 18

Father of Southport attacker asked social workers for privacy

President Donald Trump has announced US doctors will soon be advised not to prescribe paracetamol-based pain relief to pregnant women over a disputed link to autism

What 5 scientists say about paracetamol and autism after Trump claims

Michael Rosen

Iconic children's author Michael Rosen heading to Lancashire

Andy, 31, is autistic and has developmental dyspraxia. Living with disabilities which he says have majorly affected his life, getting a job at the cinema after more than a year out of work has been life-changing – and he’s already proving to be a massive box office hit.

I have autism but it hasn't stopped me getting my dream job
While Preston residents excitedly awaited the arrival of the city’s new Arc Cinema, its recent opening held special meaning for new staff member Andy.
Emma Downey

Dalesview supported living service

"Incredibly caring staff" hailed as service gets Outstanding status

Author Charlotte Faulconbridge reading a book and smiling

Author's inspiring journey after chronic illness diagnosis

Christine McGuinness attends the TV Choice Awards 2025 in London on February 10. Credit: Getty

Christine McGuinness opens up about abuse in emotional podcast

Cillian O Connor

Watch: I'm autistic. I felt invisible before discovering magic

Walk for Autism 2025 is the eighth year of the national campaign.

Autism Initiatives charity steps up the Walk for Autism challenge with exciting ...

Christine has been dating someone new since March: in the right image she is pictured with DJ Roxxxan (credit @mrscmcguinness on Instagram).

Christine McGuinness opens up about life dating after Paddy McGuinness

Christine McGuinness at The Pride of Britain Awards 2024. Credit: Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images

Christine McGuinness talks I'm a Celebrity and Strictly Come Dancing

NHS autism assessment waiting list grows by hundreds as 'crisis'grows Photo: Lscft

NHS autism assessment waiting list grows by hundreds

Gregg Wallace judges on BBC1's Masterchef

Gregg Wallace steps back from Masterchef amid misconduct investigation

Police tape generic image

Teen who asked for nude pics of girls, 13, has faced abuse in street

Christmas at Barton Grange

Barton Grange announces the return of it's famous Santa's Grotto
Back by popular demand, Barton Grange’s traditional Santa’s Grotto is returning after a five-year break.
Catherine Musgrove

Non-verbal autistic boy communicates using dad's alphabet tattoo

Non-verbal autistic boy communicates using dad's alphabet tattoo

A judge in Preston was told John Knight’s condition meant he struggled to accept people could be lying

Gang bosses lured autistic man into dealing drugs after making threats

Paddy McGuinness and Christine McGuinness split up in July 2022 (image: Getty Images)

Blackpool's Christine McGuinness reportedly settles divorce with Paddy

A Preston Crown Court judge has slammed peadophile hunters for the way they trapped and publicly shamed a man with learning difficulties.

Paedophile hunter slammed for trapping man with learning difficulties

Left: Christine McGuinness before her big day hosting a conference. Right: after successfully completing it! Credit: @mrscmcguinness on Instagram

'I can’t believe it": Christine McGuinness conquers fears

Many residents had no knowledge about the incident but were utterly shocked when they were told.

Detectives identify suspect after boy, 11, shot with airgun

Finley Bollen, six, dresses in an officer's hat and outfit everyday - keeping his town and its people safe on the roads.

Watch: Meet the police-obsessed youngster keeping the streets safe

Peterhouse School students learn about careers in construction during a visit by Wain Homes

Southport students inspired for careers in construction

Christine McGuinness has admitted a secret about her sex life on Spencer Matthew's podcast. Credit: Getty

Christine McGuinness admits a secret about her sex life

Destiny Mitchell, 26, is homeless and has turned a bus stop into a temporary home on the Bristol Road, Selly Oak, Birmingham.

Watch: Our home is a disused bus shelter...it's going to be demolished

Paddy McGuinness split from his wife Christine, in July 2022, after 11 years together and three children. (Photo: Getty Images)

Christine McGuinness has started medication following split

Josh and Zoe Charnley with their sons Axel (left) and Arlo (right). Credit: @joshuacharnley on Instagram

Rugby star Josh Charnley's challenge in honour of non-verbal son

A poorly Clifford.

I had to spend £180 to save my dog's life after he ate cannabis

An arrow went into James's eye during an archery demonstration in Sherwood Forest (Credit: Channel 4)

Mum relives horror of son being shot in the eye with arrow on holiday

Sarah Halsall (right), a mum-of-five says she can no longer shop at her local Morrisons supermarket in Bamber Bridge because of the high-pitched sound emitted from a speaker to discourage troublesom youths

Mum reveals why Morrisons shoppers are suffering 'horrific headaches'

Walk for Autism 2024

‘Walk for Autism’ campaign raises over £200,000 during registration months

Chloe from Chorley, pictured, says she struggled for three years to secure employment.

22-year-old jobless for three years now works for popular chain

Playing with dolls can aid children with their social development

Liam Brennan spent 18 years working in the tech innovation industry before he got the diagnosis that he had ADHD and high performing Autism last year.

Neuro diverse entrepreneur from Bolton is using AI to help businesses apply for ...

Cadbury axes iconic popular treat

Teen celebrates autism with support of Vanessa Feltz and Christine McGuinness

Coun Daniel Duckworth

Councillor shares personal story of autism and calls for 'more to be done' in Pr...

Did you know what the different colours mean? (Photo: Shutterstock)

Here’s what it means if you see a blue or teal pumpkin this Halloween

The Morrisons at Riversway will be introducing the scheme

Morrisons launches 'quieter hour' at Lancashire stores

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Autism not linked to eating fish during pregnancy '“ large new study

Father and son rap duo Matthew and Callum Bennett

VIDEO: See father and son rap duo's new film

Staff at Specsavers

Specsavers in Chorley and Leyland now autism aware

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can cause a wide range of symptoms including problems with social interaction and communication

Could Autism be prevented in pregnancy?

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