Icy Breaths
11/12/2023
When the chaos of the season is feeling a little overwhelming, it can be helpful to focus on how the body is responding.
Breathing exercise
06/12/2023
The noise, smells, social demands and changed routines at Christmas can cause anxiety for anyone.
Grounding Exercise
01/12/2023
The Festive Season is full of excitement, but it can also feel quite chaotic. Across the month, we’ll be sharing tips to help make Christmas feel more manageable for the whole fami...
Focused interests: Mario scale
23/11/2023
Focused interests bring a world of joy in their own right, and they can also be helpful when we need to have difficult conversations or explore feelings.
Responding to Communication
16/11/2023
Understanding of autism and autistic experience has changed dramatically in recent years.
Football – calm breathing
06/11/2023
We’re celebrating focused interests as a strength that can bring pure joy.
Football – calm breathing
02/11/2023
Focused interests offer a source of regulation as well as joy for autistic people.
Little Puddins – unmasking
13/10/2023
Today we have a great illustration from Little Puddins that focuses on unmasking.
Little Puddins – Autistic friendships
12/10/2023
Today we have another beautiful illustration from Little Puddins.
Little Puddins – communication strengths
10/10/2023
Today we’re sharing gorgeous artwork from Little Puddins that is focused on the unique communication strengths of autistic people.
World Mental Health Day
10/10/2023
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay.
Little Puddins – special interests
09/10/2023
We are delighted to be hosting Little Puddins this week on our social media.
What school means to me
06/10/2023
With the school routine well under way for another year, it can be hard to get children & young people to share about their school day.
Be Kind to Yourself
26/09/2023
September is a busy month for children and young people.
Ideas for reducing anxiety
22/09/2023
When a child or young person is in a heightened state of anxiety, it can be difficult to recall strategies and activities that may help to reduce anxiety.
Grounding activity
20/09/2023
This grounding activity is helpful for children and young people who may be overwhelmed during their school day.
Asking for help
18/09/2023
Many autistic students will be experiencing heightened anxiety this month as they try to settle back into the school routine, familiarise themselves with new teachers and classroom...
Research Bulletin 41 – Well-being
06/09/2023
Our latest Research Bulletin focuses on well-being for all.