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Autism

AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD)

 

What is Autism?

Autism is a lifelong developmental disability which affects how people communicate and interact with the world. More than one in 100 people are on the autism spectrum and there are around 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK. (National Autistic Society) 

 

Being Autistic

Autism is a spectrum condition and affects people in different ways. Like all people, autistic people have their own strengths and difficulties. 

 

Here are a few links to different websites and resources that can support your children with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder): 

 

enlightenedThe Autism Toolbox - Buckinghamshire County Council

 

enlightenedThe National Autistic Society


 

 

 

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