Blog by OnLineTraining
New to the spectrum? A parent's guide
Author Jade Page
Date 18th Jun 2019
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If your child is on the autism spectrum, getting a better understanding of their needs through diagnosis can be a positive thing for the entire family. Children can be diagnosed as autistic when they’...
Autistic and proud: A mother’s story
Author Jeannette Cripps
Date 18th Jun 2019
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When you think of Autism, what comes into your mind first? Rainman, as portrayed by Dustin Hoffman, or a child flapping their hands around, struggling to communicate? Both have autism, both are indivi...
Is social media impacting your wellbeing and mental health?
Author Jacqui Webber-Gant
Date 23rd May 2019
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With social media now playing such a big part in our daily lives, are we sacrificing our mental health and wellbeing as well as our time? A whopping 81% of parents now report that their children s...
Learning outside the classroom. SEND and the great outdoors
Author Brenda Leonard
Date 14th May 2019
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Outdoor learning for schools has boomed in popularity in recent years, with city schools investing in more outdoor space where possible or connecting with businesses that can provide the environment f...
The hidden gender. Identifying and supporting girls with autism
Author Jacqui Webber-Gant
Date 2nd Apr 2019
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Is autism being missed in girls? Misdiagnosed, misunderstood or missed altogether, many girls with autism struggle to get the help they need. The autism spectrum has been reported as more prevalent in...
The benefits of yoga in schools for students with ASD
Author Jyoti Jo Manuel
Date 25th Mar 2019
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With the identification of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) on the rise, parents, teachers and other professionals continue to search for the best methods to support children with autism in home, school...