What is autism - National Autistic Society
WEBWhat 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.
Criteria and tools used in an autism assessment
WEBUnderstanding the diagnostic criteria. An autism diagnosis should be based on criteria listed in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition (DSM-5) or the International Classification of Diseases 11th Revision (ICD-11), according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines. Although many people (including most autistic people) do not ...
What happens during an autism assessment - National Autistic …
WEBAn autism assessment is a process of gathering information about you or your child. The professionals conducting the assessment will seek to understand a broad range of information about you or your child to help them to reach a conclusion about whether you or your child is autistic or not. As part of the assessment they should also identify ...
Before diagnosis - National Autistic Society
WEBInformation, practical and multimedia resources to help you before requesting an autism assessment. The UK’s most comprehensive directory of services and support for autistic people, their families, and the people who work with them ...
Autistic fatigue and burnout - National Autistic Society
WEBAug 20, 2020 · Autistic adults. Parents and carers. Professionals. Managing sensory overload and navigating social situations can be hugely stressful. Sometimes, it takes a lot of energy just to get through the average day. Autistic fatigue and burnout happen when the pressures get too much and you end up suffering from extreme exhaustion.
National Autistic Society
WEBWe are the UKs leading charity for autistic people and their families. Since 1962, we have been providing support, guidance and advice, as well as campaigning for improved rights, services and opportunities to help create a society that works for autistic people.
Meltdowns - a guide for all audiences - National Autistic Society
WEBA meltdown is an intense response to an overwhelming situation. It happens when someone becomes completely overwhelmed by their current situation and temporarily loses control of their behaviour. This loss of control can be expressed verbally (eg shouting, screaming, crying), physically (eg kicking, lashing out, biting) or in both ways.
ehc plans - National Autistic Society
WEBEducation, health and care plans in England. Education, health and care plans (often simply referred to as 'plans') can be accessible for children and young people from 0 - 25 years of age, if the young person stays in some form of education or training. Students going to university will not be eligible for a plan.
Autistic women and girls - National Autistic Society
WEBIn 2015, the ratio of men to women supported by the National Autistic Society’s adult services was approximately 3:1, and the ratio of boys to girls in our charity’s schools was approximately 5:1. In a 2017 study, Loomes and other researchers analysed existing prevalence studies and found that the male-to-female ratio was nearer 3:1.
Personal Independence Payment - National Autistic Society
WEBPersonal Independence Payment. Personal Independence Payment (PIP) is a benefit for working age people who have a disability or long-term health problem and have difficulty or need help with daily living activities and/or getting about. PIP replaces Disability Living Allowance (DLA) for people aged 16-64. In England, Wales and Scotland, this ...