Tag: ASD
Autism: the diagnosis that unlocks support
You really need that diagnosis in order to get things done, says Graeme Lawrie.
Last year, the National Autistic Society revealed NHS figures showing more...
Wellbeing and autism
James Beale on how people with autism experience nature-based exercise (NBEX)
Physical activity is good for us. It has physical and psychological benefits. Nature can...
Point of view: parent
I had to do something to turn our negative experience into a force for good, writes Rebecca Clapcott.
Archie's arrival was a turbulent one, with...
Diet and autism
Louise Mercieca on how to include the essential nutrients, while promoting an enjoyable relationship with food.
For children with autism, issues with food can be...
Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person: A Parent’s handbook to Supporting Newly...
Cathy Wassell is CEO of the popular Autistic Girls Network and has two children, both of whom were identified as autistic in their teens....
Forest School: Overcoming educational barriers for young people with autism
Stephanie Smith and Catriona Henson take to the outdoors
At The Cavendish School, our students are driven to succeed, but are unable to thrive in...
Helping young people to understand their autistic identity
Rebecca Duffus shares some strategies for support.
Many autistic people discuss the term 'autistic identification' as affirming and valid, in place of 'diagnosis'. Referring to...
Elephants are not fish
Josianne Pisani and Feliciea Jibson on invisible strengths and reframing neurodiversity.
Anyone with ASD, or who has lived experience of ASD, will be familiar with...
BEAR: A Story of Autism and Difference
The author first became interested in autism during high school psychology in the USA and this interest has continued throughout her professional career as...
Reading: a voice for minimally verbal children
A lack of speech is not a barrier to reading, says Dr Sharon Arnold
Reading is an such an effective form of communication, but little...
