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Let’s talk about the myths we have been told about autism: Is there any truth in them? What do we really know? A mother’s tale on her discoveries and anecdotes about what it meant for her to have an autistic child. It’s a new and refreshing perspective, told with love, humour, and true facts.
Following on from his groundbreaking article ‘The Geek Syndrome’, Wired reporter Steve Silberman unearths the secret history of autism, long suppressed by the same clinicians who became famous for discovering it, and finds surprising answers to the crucial question of why the number of diagnoses has soared in recent years. Going back to the earliest autism research…
As the parent of a child recognised as autistic as a pre-teen or teen, it can often feel difficult to find the answers you need. Children who make it to late primary/early secondary age before being picked up by the system tend to present with traits that are harder to spot, meaning it can be…
What do you do when you wake up in your mid-forties and realize you’ve been living a lie your whole life? Do you tell? Or do you keep it to yourself? Laura James found out that she was autistic as an adult, after she had forged a career for herself, married twice and raised four…
【HELP YOUR CHILD STAY CALM & RELAXED】This sensory weighted plush will provide emotional support and a sense of security for your child at all times! As the pressure of the weighted stuffed animal soothes the nervous system, it will help your child focus and concentrate better in difficult situations. 【RECOMMENDED BY OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS】The weighted plushie…
Do you avoid things you want to do? Or resist every day demands like tooth brushing, that seem small to other people? Do you make sure no one sees how anxious you are?It might be PDA.What is PDA? What does it feel like? What does it involve?PDA stands for ‘pathological demand avoidance’. It describes a…
Jane Alison Sherwin’s honest and uplifting account provides insight into the challenges of bringing up a child with Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). After years of misdiagnosis, Jane’s daughter, Mollie, was diagnosed with PDA at the age of seven, and we follow her experiences pre and post diagnosis to age 10 as she attends school, interacts…
‘An essential guide’ LIZZIE HUXLEY-JONES ‘This book is perfect’ WENN LAWSON ‘One of the most important books in autism literature’ CHARLOTTE AMELIA POE ‘Wonderfully diverse and vibrant’ FOX FISHER In this empowering and honest guide for LGBTQIA+ autistic teens, Erin Ekins gives you all the tools you need to figure out and explore your gender identity and sexuality. From…
Rainbow Brain: Mindset Matters takes today’s youth and young adults on a whimsical journey to unlock the ultimate superpower – a growth mindset. With 42-pages of illustrations and text art, while still being an under 10 minute read, Rainbow Brain: Mindset Matters is a versatile tool for any classroom or private practice. The message fosters…
Sensory Processing Disorder is an increasingly common diagnosis, with a wide range of symptoms that can be difficult for parents and paediatricians to identify. In Sensational Kids, internationally renowned expert Dr. Miller shares her more than forty years of experience and research findings on SPD. Now in its fourteenth printing, with more than 50,000 copies…
Calming Pressure: Our 2lb weighted shoulder wrap is a soothing solution for hyperactivity, poor concentration, and anxiety often associated with ADHD and Autism Easy Wear: Suitable for all ages. This discreet accessory adds comforting weight and can even be used during sleep Comforting Support: Experience the calming touch of our wrap, reducing anxiety and providing…
Written by Fran Morgan with Ellie Costello and edited by Ian Gilbert, Square Pegs: Inclusivity, compassion and fitting in – a guide for schools is a book for educators who find themselves torn between a government/Ofsted narrative around behaviour, attendance and attainment, and their own passion for supporting square pegs and their families. Over the last few years, changes in education have…
Squirmy Wormy is a wonderful little children’s book about a boy named Tyler, who has autism and SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder). Together with Tyler, the reader learns about SPD, and what everyday easy therapys he can do by himself feel better. For instance: “”I feel like running really fast, run run run! Maybe I just…
This book is the first book to be recommended by Therapist Neurodiversity Collective to be used as a perfect alternative to social skills training. Autistic kids and teens need Neurodiversity-affirming resources and this book provides a space for them to explore the skills they really need to navigate their social world. Evaleen writes with tremendous…
Social Stories™ are acknowledged as a very successful way of teaching concepts and social understanding to children with autism spectrum disorders, but considerable skill is needed to write the most effective story. This clear and engaging book introduces ways of thinking about the issues your child finds difficult, and includes 32 stories created by Dr…
Children can go through difficult phases – this is a natural part of growing up. Conflicts and arguments are nothing exceptional, but rather a part of everyday family life. The authors of this practical and imaginative book show how parents can create consistent and effective structures, methods and responses, so that children can learn for…