Self-harm is an extremely difficult, emotive topic, that is very distressing for parents. It is also a topic that is unfortunately quite common working with autistic young people. Autistica estimate that up to 50% of autistic people have self-harmed. (https://www.autistica.org.uk/what-is-autism/anxiety-and-autism-hub/self-harm-and-autism) … Read More
Autism and playdates- this is the second video about playdates, but this video focuses on developing flexible thinking and helping autistic children manage uncertainty. Uncertainty often triggers high levels of anxiety for autistic children, and this video gives ideas to … Read More
Playdates can be a dilemma for parents of autistic children. You want your child to have friends over and to have fun, but playdates can easily end up in everyone losing control and your house being wrecked! I have made … Read More