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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.
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Oct 22, 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 18, 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 14, 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 11, 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 10, 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 8, 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 3, 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 1, 2024
How the ADHD brain works differently
We explain why and how an ADHD brain works differently.
Sep 28, 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 26, 2024
Understand a Child's Sensory Profile Beyond 'Seeker' or 'Avoider
Why learning whether your child is a sensory seeker or avoider isn't enough.
Sep 24, 2024
Why explaining the impact of Autism & ADHD is so important
Why being able to explain the impact of autism and ADHD on the whole family is so important
Sep 19, 2024
Being told off for being yourself
How being told off for being yourself stays with you.
Sep 17, 2024
How school can have a positive impact on your autistic child's mental health
Despite the amount of negative press around school for autistic pupils, there can be some huge positives to school-based education.
Sep 9, 2024
Why we should wait a while before asking, "How was your day?"
"How was your day?" This is a standard question to ask when you see your child at the end of their school day. It will be the question...
Sep 3, 2024
How to Keep Mornings Calm Before School for Autistic Children
Mornings can be challenging for any family, but for those with autistic children, the pressure of getting ready for school can sometimes...
Sep 2, 2024
How to support your child on the first week of the school term
The start of a new school term is often a time of excitement and anticipation. However, for autistic children, it can also be a period...
Aug 27, 2024
Generalised vs specific support: The Goldilocks effect
I was recently on a train where there were two parents discussing autism. One of the women’s children had just been diagnosed autistic....
Aug 19, 2024
Why differences don't mean you can't succeed
One of my most overwhelming childhood memories is people commenting on my differences. Adults felt that they had a right to comment to my...
Jul 15, 2024
The right to question and correct teachers in school
We should all have the opportunity to question and correct people if we feel their facts are incorrect. It might seem like an obvious...
Jul 10, 2024
When your child needs a dopamine hit in the summer holidays
ADHD brains need dopamine because it helps us pay attention, control our behavior, and make decisions. When someone has ADHD, their brain...
Jun 30, 2024
The summer holiday nerves
The school holidays are just around the corner and for those of you in Scotland have already begun. The challenges facing autistic...
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