Survey about supports for young children in pre-assessment
01/03/2024
Middletown Centre for Autism in conjunction with the Department of Health (NI) is undertaking research into effective models of support for pre-assessment children in the Early Yea...
Anxiety Power card
29/02/2024
We’ve been focusing on mental health and wellbeing this month.
How common is Anxiety?
28/02/2024
As part of our new Mental Health and Wellbeing resource we spoke to Dr Jane Waite about anxiety in autistic young people.
PTSD
26/02/2024
As part of our new Mental Health and Wellbeing resource we focus on Trauma and PTSD.
Masking Podcast
23/02/2024
Today we’re re-sharing a podcast focused on Autistic Masking. Dr Amy Pearson & Kieran Rose, break down the complicated idea of masking, explain its impact and give advice for peopl...
What is masking?
22/02/2024
As part of our new Mental Health and Wellbeing resource we focus on masking.
OCD
20/02/2024
As part of our new Mental Health and Wellbeing resource we focus on Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
Mental Health and Wellbeing Resource
19/02/2024
We know that many autistic children and adolescents face mental health challenges.
Autistic Love Languages
14/02/2024
For the day that’s in it, we’re focusing on some of the different ways that a person can show that they care.
What do positive and negative relationships feel like?
12/02/2024
There may be some talk of relationships and Valentine’s Day in some schools this week.
Bag of Worries
08/02/2024
The ability to recognise worries and then place them to the side is vital for positive mental health.
Children’s Mental Health Week
07/02/2024
This week is #ChildrensMentalHealthWeek
I wish my teacher knew…
18/01/2024
The novelty of being back at school has passed and, for some, worries may be creeping in.
My winter walk checklist
29/12/2023
At this cosy time of year, it can be difficult for the whole family to find motivation to leave the house.
Take 5 Breathing
27/12/2023
This resource is a chance to explore mindful breathing.
Gingerbread star breathing
24/12/2023
Whether waiting to hear Rudolf’s hooves or looking forward to a big family gathering, Christmas Eve can bring excitement that is sometimes overwhelming.
Star breathing
19/12/2023
Being mindful of breathing can be a great way for young people to feel more in control of their physical and emotional state.
Middletown Research Journal
13/12/2023
Have you read the first issue of the MCA Research Journal? It features an article by educator, writer and advocate, Fergus Murray.