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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Autism/ASD How to support parents who have a child with autism

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, …

Adult Autism The benefits of speech and language therapy for autistic people

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 …

Autism/ASD What are the best sports for a child with autism?

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 …

Autism/ASD Top tips for how to help a child with autism at school

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 …