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Welcome to the Autability blog where you can read all about the latest autism/ADHD themed issues on our minds! Check out our huge range of topics, ranging from a quick read to our longer more thought provoking articles. You can stay up to date and recieve a notification each time a new blog is published by filling in the subscriber form below.

Christmas activities for autistic children

Going out can be very difficult for an autistic child at any time, but at Christmas places are much busier, and the decorations and...

Dec 9, 2024

How to Create a Relaxed and Autism-Friendly Christmas Dinner

This time of year, magazines are bursting with ideas for the "perfect" Christmas lunch. While these glossy spreads might be inspiring,...

Dec 5, 2024

Asking your autistic child what they want for Christmas

Even in my 40s, I still find it overwhelming when someone asks me what I want as a present. It’s not as simple as it seems—my mind floods...

Dec 3, 2024

Using an advent calendar

Advent calendars are a much bigger phenomenon than they used to be. They can be a fantastic tool to help your child count down to...

Dec 1, 2024

How to explain your child's needs this holiday season

Read about how to explain your child's needs to family & friends this Christmas, and grab a free email template too!

Nov 26, 2024

The effect of constant criticism

It’s a common misconception that autistic individuals lack the ability to perceive others' emotions. This simply isn’t true. Allow me to...

Nov 23, 2024

How to make your Christmas fun for everyone

It can be hard to meet the needs of autistic/ADHD children at Christmas. In this blog we tell you how - check out our other resources too!

Nov 19, 2024

How it feels to go Christmas shopping - and tips!

I remember the annual Christmas shopping trip to Oxford Street with my grandma. It was a tradition I enjoyed partly because of its...

Nov 14, 2024

Longer nights don't always mean more sleep...

I’ve always loved the shorter days of autumn and winter. For me, it’s a chance to close the curtains and feel like I’m in my own cozy...

Nov 7, 2024

Planning ahead or worrying too much?

We all know as parents of children with additional needs that planning is everything to ensure the best outcomes. However, this isn't...

Nov 4, 2024

Supporting Your Teen's Anxiety: Practical Tips for Parents of Autistic and ADHD Teens

Need ideas on how to support your autistic/ADHD teen cope with anxiety? We've got some free tips and ideas you can start using right no

Oct 28, 2024

How to have an autism friendly Halloween

Making Halloween accessible and enjoyable for autistic children requires some additional planning, so we thought we would share our 5 top...

Oct 25, 2024

The ADHD domino effect

We all have those days (or weeks) when everything seems to go wrong. If you add ADHD into the mix, these often happen more frequently but...

Oct 22, 2024

The pros and cons of hyperfocus

Even those of us who are diagnosed with combined or inattentive ADHD can experience the exact opposite of not being able to focus. This...

Oct 18, 2024

Why sitting still can be exhausting.

The phrase “I’m too tired to sit still” would not make sense for most neurotypical people, but for people with ADHD, sitting down can be...

Oct 14, 2024

ADHD and exhaustion...

ADHD often brings to mind a person with boundless energy, and for those diagnosed with hyperactive or combination-type ADHD,...

Oct 11, 2024

How ADHD can cause and/or increase anxiety

Living with ADHD can make it hard to control impulses and hyperactivity, which can cause or increase anxiety. For children, ADHD can...

Oct 10, 2024

Why ADHD medication doesn't make you autistic

ADHD and autism are two separate conditions, although it is common for an autistic person to also have ADHD and vice versa. When a person...

Oct 8, 2024

Common Myths About ADHD Medication – And The Truth

There are a lot of misunderstandings when it comes to treating ADHD with medication. While more people now know what ADHD is, some still...

Oct 3, 2024

How the ADHD brain works differently

We explain why and how an ADHD brain works differently.

Oct 1, 2024

Why exposing autistic children to changes will not build future resilience

Helping autistic children get used to small everyday changes is very important. It can help them feel less anxious and more comfortable...

Sep 28, 2024

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