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 …

ADHD in Children
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 …

Autism/ASD
Types of Autism Explained
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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 …

Adult Autism
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 tell your child about their ADHD or autism diagnosis
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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 …

ADHD
The overlap between ASD and ADHD difficulties
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16 Nov 2023

The overlap between ASD and ADHD difficulties

Autism and ADHD are neurodevelopmental conditions, which are present from birth. People with Autism and ADHD develop differently from neurotypical people, which can impact their …

Autism/ASD
What is autistic burnout?
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30 Oct 2023

What is autistic burnout?

Burnout is something that every person will experience at some point in their life. You may find activities or work that you used to love …

Adult Autism
Myths and misconceptions about masking in autism
Bored looking child writing

24 Oct 2023

Myths and misconceptions about masking in autism

Autistic people find themselves having to regularly mask their behaviours to fit in with society.  Navigating everyday situations can be challenging, leading to you or …

Autism/ASD
Famous people with ASD and ADHD
Mural of Greta Thunburg on side of building

20 Oct 2023

Famous people with ASD and ADHD

As autism and ADHD awareness continues to increase, more famous people have opened up about being neurodivergent. Well-known faces across the world of sport, business, …

ADHD
How to support parents who have a child with autism
Woman leaning over child helping on PC

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, …

Autism/ASD