Autism/ASD Supporting a Child with Autism in the Classroom

31 Jul 2024

Supporting a Child with Autism in the Classroom

The start of a new school year can be particularly difficult for children with autism – it can be even more challenging if they’re undiagnosed. …

ADHD Guide to supporting children with ADHD and/or Autism in the school holidays
summer holidays with an SEN child

16 Jul 2024

Guide to supporting children with ADHD and/or Autism in the school holidays

Most children look forward to the school summer holidays. However, children with ADHD and/or autism can struggle without the structure and routine provided by school. …

ADHD What is Sensory Overload?
what is sensory overload

01 Jul 2024

What is Sensory Overload?

Sensory overload, or overstimulation is something that everyone experiences from time to time. However, it impacts people with Autism and ADHD more frequently and more …

Adult Autism What Does an Autistic Meltdown Feel Like?
autism meltdown

16 Jun 2024

What Does an Autistic Meltdown Feel Like?

Autistic Meltdowns are something that many autistic people have to deal with. From an outside perspective, it can sometimes look like a temper tantrum or …

ADHD in Children How to deal with an aggressive child
how to deal with an aggressive child

30 May 2024

How to deal with an aggressive child

All children express anger and aggression at some point during their childhood, but at what point does anger in children become an issue? As a parent, …

ADHD in Children Why does my child struggle to make friends?
Why does my child struggle to make friends?

20 May 2024

Why does my child struggle to make friends?

As a parent, it can be upsetting and concerning to see your child struggling to make or keep friends. No one wants their child to …

ADHD in Children How to build confidence in a sensitive child
How to build confidence in a sensitive child

12 May 2024

How to build confidence in a sensitive child

Highly sensitive children can easily become overwhelmed and overstimulated as they feel their emotions deeply and are also hyper-aware of the emotions of others. Our …

Autism/ASD The History of Autism
history of autism

07 May 2024

The History of Autism

The word autism was first used medically by Swiss psychiatrist Paul Eugen Bleuler in the early 20th Century. However, the meaning of the word has …

Adult Autism Types of Autism Explained

11 Apr 2024

Types of Autism Explained

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is defined by a range of symptoms and degree of needs. All individuals with ASD will share autistic traits, such as …

Adult Autism Eye contact in adults with autism
eye contact in adults

05 Feb 2024

Eye contact in adults with autism

Autism spectrum disorder or ASD is defined by several different traits, such as difficulty in social situations, special interests and sensory processing differences. While autism …

Autism/ASD Are there early signs of Autism in babies?
are there early signs of autism in babies

11 Jan 2024

Are there early signs of Autism in babies?

Yes, some children show signs of autism, even as babies. As a parent, you’ll gain first-hand insight into your child’s development as they build new …

ADHD How to tell your child about their ADHD or autism diagnosis

30 Nov 2023

How to tell your child about their ADHD or autism diagnosis

Telling your child about a diagnosis for autism or ADHD can be challenging for parents, as well as extended family members. Explaining the diagnosis to …