Guides

Autistic Child Struggles Getting Dressed? 8 Way...

Practical ideas for UK families when getting dressed becomes a daily source of sensory distress, delay or conflict.

Autistic Child Struggles Getting Dressed? 8 Way...

Practical ideas for UK families when getting dressed becomes a daily source of sensory distress, delay or conflict.

How to Use a Visual Timetable With an Autistic ...

A simple UK parent guide to visual timetables: what to show, how many steps to use and how to avoid creating another prompt-heavy routine.

How to Use a Visual Timetable With an Autistic ...

A simple UK parent guide to visual timetables: what to show, how many steps to use and how to avoid creating another prompt-heavy routine.

Parent speaking calmly with a child at home

Why Doesn’t My Autistic Child Respond When I Sp...

Why an autistic child may not respond straight away, and how fewer words, processing time, visual support and clearer instructions can make everyday communication easier.

Why Doesn’t My Autistic Child Respond When I Sp...

Why an autistic child may not respond straight away, and how fewer words, processing time, visual support and clearer instructions can make everyday communication easier.

Child wearing headphones to reduce sensory input

How Can I Help My Autistic Child With Sensory O...

Seven everyday strategies for recognising sensory overload, reducing avoidable input and helping an autistic child recover without adding more demands.

How Can I Help My Autistic Child With Sensory O...

Seven everyday strategies for recognising sensory overload, reducing avoidable input and helping an autistic child recover without adding more demands.

Child with a backpack preparing for school with a parent

What Can I Do If My Autistic Child Won’t Go to ...

A practical guide to school avoidance in autistic children: how to look for the reason, work with school and make the return plan concrete and manageable.

What Can I Do If My Autistic Child Won’t Go to ...

A practical guide to school avoidance in autistic children: how to look for the reason, work with school and make the return plan concrete and manageable.

Child resting on a sofa after a demanding day

Why Does My Autistic Child Fall Apart After Sch...

Why some autistic children appear to cope at school and then become overwhelmed at home, with practical ideas for after-school decompression and pattern spotting.

Why Does My Autistic Child Fall Apart After Sch...

Why some autistic children appear to cope at school and then become overwhelmed at home, with practical ideas for after-school decompression and pattern spotting.