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Computers can aid autism diagnosis
Shared with us through our “Guest Contribution Form” Here’s something I spotted as a news item in this week’s New Scientist magazine. Computers aren’t about to replace doctors any time soon but may be useful for confirmation of a diagnosis.…
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ChAPS New intensive courses for children and adults on the autism spectrum
Jo Garner has asked us to share this news from CHESHIRE AUTISM PRACTICAL SUPPORT ChAPS are launching a range of courses for their members. As part of our BIG Lottery funding we will be running the following courses – please…
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NAS December Monthly E-newsletter
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Post-Diagnostic Support Group Minutes – December 2016
Minutes of the Seventeenth Post-Diagnostic Support Group 7th December 2016 Today’s group was attended by 38 people. Main Topic A presentation from Dr Sudharsan who carried out a question and answer session on ‘People on the Autism Spectrum, co-occuring mental…
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How to reduce your child’s anxieties and meltdowns over Christmas
We recently received this email which we would like to share. How to have a Happy Autism Christmas Hi Carly, This short course below might be of interest to others. I signed up yesterday and it’s great, can apply…
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A Million Senses – holidays for individuals with ASD and their families
With winter now being here and the cold setting in, we thought people may be looking at holidays (or perhaps volunteering). A Million Senses are offering what they describe as “Unforgettable holiday experiences fully adapted to people in the autism…
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50 Positive Characteristics of Aspergers
We were recently contacted by Andrew Clarke as he’d found an article which he thought could perhaps be useful to some people who, post-diagnosis, may be “feeling a bit down”. Titled “50 Positive Characteristics of Aspergers”, it is an interesting…
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NAS Employment Consultation Meeting – January 2017
****PLEASE FORWARD TO ANYONE WHO MAY BE INTERESTED**** National Autistic Society “Employment Consultation Event” – Manchester, 12th January 2017 You may be aware that The Government have published a consultation paper, entitled ‘Improving Lives’, which sets out…
Extraditing the Autistic for Alleged “Crimes” to the U.S.
In the last few days the BBC reported that “Home Secretary Amber Rudd has signed an order for the extradition of a man with autism to the US, where he is accused of computer hacking offences.” Now, I am autistic,…
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ChAPS – Circulate and Celebrate!
Cheshire Autism Practical Support Ltd. have been waiting 3 weeks to tell you their amazing news – they have been awarded funding of £375,505 from BIG Lottery. Jo Garner, the Managing Director of ChAPS, shared the following message with us:…
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Long waits for diagnosis and patchy provision of services – report
News – 14th November 2016 Parents of autistic children and young people in East Sussex face long waits for a formal diagnosis – often several years – and receive only patchy provision in schools, a survey has found. The report,…
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NAS November Monthly E-newsletter
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Autism barbers assemble
We had a great day in the charity room helping spread awareness to other barbers. And also getting barbers joining us. We sold more stickers which will go out in the U.K. To barbershops to show they are autism…
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Help the thousands of ‘lost girls’ with autism, experts tell peers
Tuesday November 8th 2016 – by Paul Gallagher A group of experts in autism and education have called for an urgent cross-government taskforce to protect thousands of “lost girls” believed to be living on the autistic spectrum without a…
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Evidence for Autistic People Hiding \ Masking their difficulties in Educational and other Settings
Introduction Autism professionals have a very good understanding of masking (thanks to evidence from parents) as reflected in the NICE guidelines for diagnosis of both children and adults. There are very specific warnings in the NICE guidelines about masking causing…
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Mental Health Today Update
Welcome to your Mental Health Today update In the past week, a report has called for schools to teach pupils about mental health alongside traditional subjects. We also highlight a book from Pavilion and an upcoming conference. Schools should be…
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Make ALL reasonable adjustments for disabled customers
I am mum of four living in Hertfordshire. Two of my children are diagnosed with autism. My daughter who is 7 is also visually impaired and a wheelchair user. Everyday life can be tough for our family. A simple trip…
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