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From leaving school with 2 GCSEs to passing exams and becoming a published author: Ibrahim Samedi’s journey as an autistic teen

From leaving school with 2 GCSEs to passing exams and becoming a published author: Ibrahim Samedi’s journey as an autistic teen

*Guest post, ad feature* This is a guest post by Barbara Njau Although today many schools have made huge strides in helping neurodivergent students and autistic learners, some students still face challenges. Being forced to…

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Spring SEND Days at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Spring SEND Days at Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Slimbridge Wetland Centre is around 45 minute drive from our home (just East of Bristol) and easily accessible from the M5. I am constantly impressed … View Post
Autism
Free Digital Now and Next Board

Free Digital Now and Next Board

Welcome to my free digital Now and Next Board. This is a very basic board as my coding ability is limited. It may work … View Post
Autism
Why self-care advice doesn’t work for SEN parents – and what actually does

Why self-care advice doesn’t work for SEN parents – and what actually does

**Guest post by Amy Rutter** Tell me if this sounds familiar. Someone – a well-meaning friend, a GP, maybe a social media post – … View Post
Autism
Finding local support for parents/ carers

Finding local support for parents/ carers

As a parent /carer for a neurodivergent child there are three places you should always go to for support. There is no need for … View Post
Autism
The Autism Version of “Sticking to the Plan” (Spoiler: It’s Not What You Think)

The Autism Version of “Sticking to the Plan” (Spoiler: It’s Not What You Think)

This is a guest post by Dr Darren O’Reilly is a Chartered Psychologist and Founder of AuDHD Psychiatry. He writes about the … View Post
Autism
What is ADHD?

What is ADHD?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that involves inattentiveness, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. This video from the fantastic Amazing Things Project is a … View Post
Autism
Guide to Disability Living Allowance for families with Autistic & Neurodivergent Children.

Guide to Disability Living Allowance for families with Autistic & Neurodivergent Children.

As parents & carers, we often know our children are ‘different’ but expressing what those differences are or why can be really … View Post
Autism
Joyreal AAC Communication Device Review

Joyreal AAC Communication Device Review

I am over the moon to share these AAC Communication devices from Joyreal toys with you. Joyreal have gifted me the devices for review … View Post
Autism
Everything Else

Everything Else

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