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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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Feb 27
How to support your child with everyday tasks
As parents of autistic children, we all face moments when our child struggles with tasks that seem simple to others—things like brushing...
Feb 24
Focus on progress, not perfection
Many autistic people are perfectionists. This can help us achieve amazing things, but it can also lead to anxiety and being too hard on...
Feb 12
Help your teen through Valentine's Day
Valentine’s Day can feel tricky for autistic teenagers. The focus on romance and big expectations can be overwhelming. It might make them...
Feb 1
Autistic identity and self esteem
We live in a world where identity is deeply personal, yet too often, how someone identifies can become a topic of debate. But at its...
Jan 23
Help your autistic child build their self-esteem through change
Supporting an autistic child to embrace their true, authentic self is essential. However, when approached in a thoughtful and supportive...
Jan 15
How to foster a sense of belonging
One of the biggest reasons autistic children struggle with self-esteem is feeling like they don’t fit in. The confusion of trying to...
Dec 3, 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...
Nov 26, 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 23, 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...
Oct 28, 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
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 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...
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...
Feb 27, 2024
Why communication isn't just about talking
One of the diagnostic criteria for autism is a defecit in communication. This is of course not only the ability to communicate, but also...
Feb 13, 2024
Why, "Autistic people can't lie" is a myth.
Many people think that being unable to lie is a common trait in autistic individuals. Some autistic people might struggle with certain...
Jan 29, 2024
The problem with taking things at face value.
Taking things at face value is something that we all do everyday. We do it without question, probably even unaware that we are doing it....
Nov 27, 2023
How it feels to be overwhelmed as an autistic person.
I am fortunate to work with a few superb autistic young people mentoring them through their university studies. All of them are awesome...
Nov 13, 2023
When clear communication isn't as clear as you think
We often talk about the need for clear communication for autistic people. However, it is something that can be a massive challenge for...
Oct 18, 2023
"I do that too"
We always make clear the importance of acknowledging individual autistic profiles, however there is something reassuring for some...
Oct 9, 2023
Why words really do matter
“What's in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other word would smell as sweet.” On this occasion I am going to have to disagree...
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