Posted by: /forums — last comment over 8 years ago (3 comments)

In theory both children's and adult social services have a responsibility to conduct a multi-professional assessment of a person with autism to provide a statement of their needs, as a basis for providing services. This is a still a fairly new...

Posted by: Benjimillie — last comment over 9 years ago (1 comment)

How on earth do I start the ball rolling for my 21 year old son who is an \"Aspie\"? He attends mainstream college and is doing A levels but is desperate to be independant and make the move to his own place. He was only diagnosed at the...

Posted by: /forums — over 9 years ago (0 comments)

Hey, that\'s poewrufl. Thanks for the news.

Posted by: /forums — over 9 years ago (0 comments)

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Posted by: Felicity — almost 5 years ago (0 comments)

Autism Daily Tips For 2016   1st January - #‎DailyTip Look back over the past 12 months. Record what worked well+what made a difference for you + the person w autism   2nd January - #‎DailyTip List positive interactions you have had and...

Posted by: Felicity — about 5 years ago (0 comments)

Here is an article about navigating meltdowns at party and also travel. Does anyone have any other ideas or suggestions?

Posted by: Felicity — about 5 years ago (0 comments)

ReAttach Therapy Institute are preparing training courses for a new schema therapy for adults and children, ReAttach. The method is young and they are looking for good contacts abroad to organise training courses in your region.   As you can...

Posted by: Felicity — about 6 years ago (0 comments)

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Posted by: /forums — about 6 years ago (0 comments)

After a year of seeing an AS man two or three times a month, I have grown very fond of him and want to let him know he's become very special to me, without scaring him off.  He now talks very freely to me, is amusing and we have eye contact. ...

Posted by: Felicity — about 6 years ago (0 comments)

Is your child abusive towards you, verbally and/or physically? Are you in despair about what to do and where to go to find help? When children are aggressive towards members of their family, many parents can feel isolated and ashamed of their...

Posted by: Felicity — over 6 years ago (0 comments)

Please click here to read the PDF version of the book, ‘Coping: A Survival Guide for People with Asperger Syndrome’ which was written by Marc Segar.

Posted by: Felicity — over 6 years ago (0 comments)

Click here to view five ways in which to help your child cope with summers relaxed schedule.

Posted by: manarm — over 6 years ago (0 comments)

I have been asked this question. A mother would like her son with autism to attend an after-school club. The club is asking her to pay 3 times the amount of other parents, as they will need to bring in extra support. Can they do this? Has anyone...

Posted by: Felicity — over 6 years ago (0 comments)

Here is a video of UB40 supporting the autism roadshow! Brilliant, click here to watch

Posted by: /forums — almost 7 years ago (0 comments)

Hi everyone, I have had to fight for it but I have finally been diagnosed as having Asperger's. I am a 51 year old male. I do hope that it is OK to share my story with you? Although I have been aware of my 'quirks' for all my life it...

Posted by: Felicity — about 7 years ago (0 comments)

Here is an article about one mothers honest experiences. Click here to read

Posted by: manarm — over 7 years ago (0 comments)

A website with a range of articles tackling issues that people with Asperger's Syndrome or high-functioning autism might experience, including sensory issues, motivation, puberty and transitions. Click aspergerchild.com to go to the website.

Posted by: Living Autism Moderator — over 7 years ago (0 comments)

Latest video footage What are your thoughts?

Posted by: manarm — over 7 years ago (0 comments)

A wonderful piece of writing "Hakuna Matata On A Sunday Afternoon"

Posted by: Felicity — almost 8 years ago (0 comments)

The Autism Team offer help and support to change the lives of people living with autism and Asperger's and their families. They are currently helping change the life of Sam and her little boy Mickey. Click here to watch and follow their...