Making Festive Season Easier for Individuals with Autism – Practical Guidance for Parents and Carers

Making Festive Season Easier for Individuals with Autism – Practical Guidance for Parents and Carers

  • Letife
  • 25 Nov 2024

The festive season can be celebrated with different dates and rituals at various times of the year, according to the beliefs and traditions of other cultures. However, the last month of the year is generally preferred to celebrate Christmas and the arrival of the new year. This season is an exciting time, filled with lig...

Learning Disabilities vs. Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) and Autism: Key Differences and Overlaps

Learning Disabilities vs. Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD) and Autism: Key Differences and Overlaps

  • Letife
  • 05 Nov 2024

I want to highlight the distinction between "Learning Disability" and "Learning Difficulties".

"Learning Disability" and "Learning Difficulties" refer to unique indi...

Halloween and Autism: Fun While Respecting Needs

Halloween and Autism: Fun While Respecting Needs

  • Letife
  • 14 Oct 2024

Halloween is a fun night full of colourful costumes and sweet treats that appeal to individuals of all ages. However, for individuals with autism spectrum disorder, this night can be pretty challenging. Walking outside, scary costumes and noises can make this special day a challenging experience.<...

Autumn's Dazzling Colours and the Unique World of Autism

Autumn's Dazzling Colours and the Unique World of Autism

  • Letife
  • 02 Oct 2024

Many anticipate autumn for its changing temperatures, colourful leaves, distinctive scents, and numerous festivals and celebrations. However, for individuals with autism, these seasonal transitions can present unique and complex challenges. While some may remain unaffected by these environmental changes, others...

Autism and The TEN Academy

Autism and The TEN Academy

  • admin
  • 02 Sep 2024

An adequately prepared training programme and strong support are essential for individuals with autism. A single programme or strategy does not suit the needs of every person with ASD. We understand the importance of tailoring training and support programmes to meet these individuals' specific needs and interests. The TEN (Targeted Edu...

What is Autism?

What is Autism?

  • admin
  • 31 Jul 2024

Autism is a neurodevelopmental condition which can affect social skills and communication. Autism is often described as a developmental disability. However, I want to bring your attention that autism is not a disability. Individuals with autism see the world differently because their brain works in a unique way and they have different abil...