Autism
This Rapping Preacher Is Selling Bleach to Parents Trying to ‘Treat’ Autism in Kids
Joe Salant, an evangelical pastor and rapper, is the new spokesman for Safrax, which makes bleach tablets that are popular with those who belief ingesting the industrial cleaner can cure a range of ailments.
Spotify Has Stopped Even Sort of Trying to Stem Joe Rogan’s Vaccine Misinformation
As a recent conversation between the podcast host and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes clear.
Duke Has Quietly Discontinued a Costly, Unproven Autism Treatment
“What’s their responsibility? They’ve led people down this trail of hope.”
Inside the Private Group Where Parents Give Ivermectin to Kids With Autism
“I have been applying Ivermectin liquid to my granddaughter’s feet, belly button, and swabbing her ears for six weeks now. She complains of sporadic blurry vision and sometimes headaches.”
How to Have Great Sex When You’re on the Autism Spectrum
Tips from autistic people and experts on how your brain can be an amazing asset in bed.
Bleach Peddler Kerri Rivera Appears to Be Back to Peddling Bleach After Police Raid
After German authorities confiscated some of her property, the snake oil saleswoman reappears.
What Does It Mean to Have a ‘Weird’ Brain in the Age of Neurodiversity?
The words “neurodiversity” and “neurodivergent” are being used widely, from workplace initiatives to social media. But what do they really signify?
Teenager With Autism Sentenced to Prison Over Social Media Posts
A 16-year-old with autism has been jailed for criticizing the government in a Telegram group, in a case highlighting the rapid deterioration of free speech in Cambodia.
A Controversial Autism Treatment Is About to Become a Very Big Business
Duke University and a private company have been selling access to unproven cord blood treatments for autism. Now, they’re planning something much bigger.
A Shocking Number of Americans Believe the Dumbest COVID Vaccine Conspiracy
Social media companies have failed miserably to stop the spread of vaccine misinformation, and now absurd conspiracy theories are taking root.
'Mass Effect 2: Overlord' Should Have Stayed in 2010
The unadulterated autism-phobia of the 'Overlord' was shocking then, and its inclusion in the Legendary Edition should have prompted some reflection.
Cops Allegedly Handcuffed an 11-Year-Old With Autism While He Banged His Head Against the Wall
The boy was starting to calm down after talking with a school psychologist, when the officers arrived and engaged with him.