Tag: autism

In the final part of Eve Wilson's account of her son's autism, a single traumatic incident provides a fascinating insight into the workings of the autistic mind

Does autism education focus too much on “good practice”, rather than “effective practice”? Tony Charman and Liz Pellicano investigate

Teachers didn’t understand my bright sons’ ASD, says Tania Tirraoro

Entering the world of work can seem like a forlorn hope for many young people with SEN, but Naj Modak tells the story of one young man for whom Asperger's has been no barrier to fulfilling his dream

Julie Bierton highlights a vital source of support for families of children with this serious genetic condition

In the third part of her frank account of her son's autism, Eve Wilson tells of the discovery of his exceptional musical talent 

Can autism be explained by sensory limitations and an inability to make associative links? Sara Rackow outlines a personal theory on the very nature of autism 

Amanda Durrant provides a useful guide to sport and exercise for children with autism

In the second part of the story of her son's autism, Eve Wilson reveals how a nightmarish start at school was overcome by some simple good practice