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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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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
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
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
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
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 26, 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 24, 2024
Being told off for being yourself
How being told off for being yourself stays with you.
Sep 19, 2024
What To Tell Your Autistic Child's New Teacher: A Balanced Approach for the Best Start
When your autistic/ADHD child has a new teacher, how much do you tell them? We help you out.
Sep 12, 2024
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