Tag: autism
Break options
The prospect of getting away should be something to look forward to, but it can feel like a daunting exercise in logistics, writes Natalie...
One step forward, two steps back
With more demand and less resources, long waiting times are inevitably leaving neurodivergent children behind, writes Fiona McDonald.
A rising demand for Autism and ADHD...
Alternative approaches to movement
Paul Kaye describes some ways in which Rebound Therapy can be complemented by other alternative therapies.
Probably the most popular alternative therapy in SEN schools...
Freeze behaviours
Educational Psychologist Dr Kirstie Rees looks at freeze behaviours in young people with autism.
I stood by the door, observing. Andrew was sitting at the...
Point of view: Still positive about autism
It's now thirteen years since I was diagnosed with Asperger's, and eleven years since my last article for SEN Magazine, which was titled Positive...
The Autist’s Guide to the Galaxy: Navigating the world of ‘normal...
The author has been a journalist and producer of programmes for Swedish radio and television, as well as writing for a number of media...
Gatsby Benchmarks updated
Lisa Greig is a passionate early adopter of the updated Gatsby Benchmarks for good career guidance, transforming the lives of young people with SEND.
Good...
Supported holidays
Jack Mackay organises supported holidays for people with learning disabilities.
We work with clients with mild to severe learning disabilities, autism and Down's Syndrome. Some...
