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Autism

  • What to do if you have concerns about your child's development

    Differences you might notice in your child, what might cause these differences, and who you can talk to.

  • Understanding neurodiversity

    What neurodiversity is, the different types of neurodivergence, and understanding neurodivergent children's needs.

  • Understanding autism

    What autism is, how it can affect children and young people, and how to get support.

  • Support while waiting for an autism assessment

    Support your child can receive without an autism diagnosis and things you can do while waiting for an assessment or diagnosis.

  • Assessments for neurodivergent needs

    Why you might ask for an assessment, the types of assessment there are, how long they take, and what happens after an assessment.

  • Support after an autism diagnosis

    How you might feel after a diagnosis, how a diagnosis can help, and support that might be available.

  • Autism family learning courses for parents and carers

    What courses we offer and how to add a child to the waiting list for one.

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