What is autism - National Autistic Society
WEBWhat is autism? Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which affects how people communicate and interact with the world. More than one in 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are around 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK.
Stimming - National Autistic Society
WEBStimming or self-stimulating behaviour includes arm or hand-flapping, finger-flicking, rocking, jumping, spinning or twirling, head-banging and complex body movements. It includes the repetitive use of an object, such as flicking a rubber band or twirling a piece of string, or repetitive activities involving the senses (such as repeatedly ...
Criteria and tools used in an autism assessment
WEBUnderstanding the diagnostic criteria. An autism diagnosis should be based on criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5) or the International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision (ICD-11), according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines. Although many people (including most autistic people) do not ...
Understanding and managing pica - National Autistic Society
WEBApr 1, 2019 · Avoid using chipped bark for ground cover outside. Small size pebbles (which pass through the bowel more easily), decking or paving is better. Record pica items and watch for them in the individual’s stools. Ensure your house has a fuse box with a Residual Current Device (RCD) breaker.
Diagnosis - National Autistic Society
WEBDiagnosis. Information, practical and multimedia resources to support autistic people and their families before, during and after diagnosis.
A guide for parents and carers - National Autistic Society
WEBAutism and anger management - a guide for parents and carers. Autistic people have a lot to contend with. The difficulties they experience in everyday life – due, for example, to communication and sensory differences - may lead to feelings of frustration and anger. This guide gives some practical ways in which you can help, including ...
Meltdowns - a guide for all audiences - National Autistic Society
WEBA meltdown is an intense response to an overwhelming situation. It happens when someone becomes completely overwhelmed by their current situation and temporarily loses control of their behaviour. This loss of control can be expressed verbally (eg shouting, screaming, crying), physically (eg kicking, lashing out, biting) or in both ways.
Meltdowns - National Autistic Society
WEBMeltdowns. Our advice and guidance on meltdowns will help you understand what a meltdown is, their causes and how you can help. A meltdown is an intense response to an overwhelming situation. It happens when someone becomes completely overwhelmed by their situation and temporarily loses control of their …
Understanding and developing communication - National Autistic …
WEBinteracting with others. initiating interactions, responding to others, or using interaction to show people things or to be sociable. understanding and relating to other people. taking part in everyday family, school, work and social life. These can be harder.
The causes of autism - National Autistic Society
WEBThe causes of autism are still being looked into. Many experts believe that there isn't one specific 'cause', and that there are genetic factors. We are always looking to understand more about autism, and welcome any research in this area. Evidence suggests that autism may be genetic. Scientists have been attempting to identify which genes ...