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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. …
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. …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
02 Oct 2023
How to support parents who have a child with autism
Supporting a child with autism can be stressful, not just for the parents, but fellow family members and friends. According to the National Autistic Society, …
22 Sep 2023
The benefits of speech and language therapy for autistic people
Speech and language can be useful in helping autistic people overcome challenges with swallowing, eating and communication. Every autistic person will have their own individual …
21 Feb 2023
What are the best sports for a child with autism?
Sports provide an excellent outlet for improving your child’s mental and physical health. For autistic children, they may find the prospect of doing sports to …
30 Nov 2022
Top tips for how to help a child with autism at school
Children with autism have to deal with many challenges, which includes how they learn at school. According to the National Autistic Society, there are 700,000 …