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Famous people you may know with ADHD Michael Phelps Michael Phelps is an Olympic swimmer that holds the record for winning the most Olympic events in history. He has 23 gold medals. “Once I figured out how to swim, I felt so free. I could go fast in the pool, it turned out, in part…...
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What is autism? ‘Autism’ and ‘autistic’ may be words you have heard adults using when they describe aspects of your behaviour. Autism is a term used to describe people who have difficulties dealing with changes, communicating and socialising with others. An autistic person’s brain...
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The Girl With the Curly Hair The Curly Hair Project is an organisation that helps people on the autistic spectrum and the people around them. Sheffield Adult Autism and Neurodevelopmental Service (SAANS) provide a diagnostic assessment and post-diagnosis support for people with an Autistic Spectrum...
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Activities for children, young people and their families developed by Dr Lauren Powell at the University of Sheffield. This is a booklet where your child can learn more about autism. Your child can complete it on their own or with a grown-up. This resource has been developed for autistic children...
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What are Speech, Language and Communication Needs? Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN) is a broad umbrella category and label which applies to people with any type of communication difficulty or communication vulnerability. What is a language disorder? A language disorder is a diagnosis...
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Teaching your child to use the toilet correctly can be a difficult task, whether they are on the autism spectrum or not. But if your child is autistic, the process of developing a toilet routine can take longer, and involve its own particular challenges. This guide provides some useful steps...
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A meltdown is best understood as a panic attack, where the child is completely overwhelmed, rather than wilfully naughty or defiant. Traditional discipline is largely ineffective for meltdowns, as the child is not in a state to learn anything. During a meltdown Try to keep calm and be aware that...
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If you are coming to the autism post-diagnosis sleep workshop, please complete this 1 day sleep diary before the session. This will help you to think about lots of sleep related factors for your child or young person. If you can not print or download this diary just use a piece of paper to...
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This is an information sheet about the post-diagnosis nursing support for parents and carers of children and young people with autism. What support do you offer? If your child or young person has received a diagnosis of autism you will be offered access to further support, if you want it. We offer...
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There are lots of different types of autism support to help you and your child. This resource helps to guide you to find the resources.
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This resource includes a variety of strategies and tips that will help further your understanding of anxiety Diary Using a diary can help to organise thoughts and relieve stress. A diary has no limits allowing your child to express themselves freely. Imagining a bucket of water Anxiety UK suggest...
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Autism toilet training video.
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Having their children toilet trained is a milestone all parents strive for. For some parents of children with ‘additional needs’ this milestone may seem difficult. However clinical experience has taught us that for most children becoming toilet trained is an achievable goal.
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Toilet or potty training can prove to be difficult for some families, and even more so when a child has additional needs.
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There are many different ways to toilet train and professionals do not always agree on the best method or the right time to start. However, children should be learning the skills for toilet training as a normal part of early development. If children are delayed in starting to get the skills needed...
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This page has information about a range of services and support for specific areas your child may need help with. You can access many of these resources directly without needing a referral. You can also access many of these service without a confirmed diagnosis, as they are based on need and not on...
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Sleep resources The Sleep Charity has a phone line service that provide advice and support around difficulties sleeping. They offer a free helpline that is part of their extensive services, open 7pm to 9pm, between Sunday and Thursday. Sheffield Children’s paediatric sleep disorders nursing team...
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What is autism spectrum condition (ASC)? Young people with ASC have difficulties with social situations, communication and certain behaviours like routines, rituals, or obsessions. As part of an autism assessment, we also look at sensory sensitivities (such as being sensitive to noise, touch or...
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Epic friends is all about helping young people to help their friends who might be struggling to cope emotionally Information about lots of common issues spotting the signs that your friend needs a hand How to help your friend When to talk to a professional Tips for giving yourself a mental boost how...
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Learning disabilities and autism can be easily confused. Some children are diagnosed with just one of the conditions. Some children have both a learning disability and autism. What is a learning disability? A learning disability is a lifelong condition that affects a person’s ability to learn new...
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What is a social story? A social story is a short story that has been written in a specific style and format. It describes what happens in a specific social situation or upcoming event. Social stories can also be used to support teaching new skills such as toilet training or dressing. Social stories...
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