Bedtime, mealtimes, and autism
It is common for children with autism to experience trouble with sleeping, but this will vary on your child. Eating problems are also common, with some children only eating certain food, others not eating in places such as school, and ...
Self-care with autism
Dressing and self-care may be difficult for children with autism to adapt to as the processes involved can overwhelm their senses. Here are some of our top tips for managing self-care with autism. Clothing/Dressing Tooth brushing Hair care Nail cutting ...
Autism and hygiene
A common sign for those with ASD is the over-responsiveness or under-responsiveness of tactile interactions, the sense of smell, and the awareness of their body. Therefore, washing can be a stressful and overwhelming experience, which should be approached with care. ...
Conversation skills
A common trait amongst people with autism is that they can find it difficult to communicate and pick up on social cues. Here we have some advice and tips to help develop their conversational skills. Keep on topic Be firm ...
Telling your child about their diagnosis
Deciding when to tell your child about their diagnosis is a personal decision and there is no right or wrong answer. Some parents like to tell their child straight away and some parents prefer to wait until a later date. ...
Developing Language
People with autism may have difficulty understanding the meaning of language used by others. They may not always realise when they have misunderstood instructions so may not ask for help when it’s needed. It is important to support your child ...
