Autism Information

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Early intervention is the key to building confidence

For children living with autism, receiving the right kind of support gives them the opportunity to learn the skills they... Read more

Summer holiday activities for kids with disability

With summer school holidays comes new routines and less structure for children with disability. Whether you’re... Read more

Calming strategies to manage sensory meltdowns

When a child or adult with disability has a meltdown, it’s hard to know what method to use to calm them down. It can... Read more

Recognising autism in boys and girls – what’s the difference?

The current rates of autism suggest boys are four times more likely to be diagnosed with Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)... Read more

How assistance dogs can help people with disability

Assistance dogs are working animals trained to help people with disability move around, improve health, perform general... Read more

Receiving an autism diagnosis as an adult

A lot of people living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) were diagnosed as a child but sometimes the signs are so... Read more

Autism in Adults: Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment

While diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is most often in children and toddlers, it’s possible for people to... Read more

How preschool can support your child with disability

Preschool, also known as kindergarten, is a crucial time of early learning for children aged four to six. Read more

Tips for homeschooling a child with autism

With COVID-19 continuing to impact education for the start of the 2022 school year, even if your child has gone back to... Read more

Top 10 sensory activities to do over the Easter holidays

A fun sensory activity can be exactly what children need to engage, enjoy their day and learn through play. Read more

Accessing disability support without NDIS funding

Only about 10 percent of Australians with disability are actually National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS)... Read more

I think I might be neurodivergent, but I don’t have a diagnosis

In today’s society, attitudes towards accepting and diagnosing neurodivergent disorders have become a more positive... Read more

Hosting an accessible Christmas for children with disability

Christmas can be a difficult time for children with disability as routines change, noisy gatherings take place, and they... Read more

Why some adults are ‘picky eaters’ and what to do

Plenty of adults are ‘picky eaters,’ but what would lead someone to be so particular? Read more

How to explain “bad behaviour” to other parents

Have you had tense interactions with other parents about the behaviour of your child? Read more