When you hear the diagnosis, the question hits immediately: why? Parents desperately want answers. They need to know what happened. But autism spectrum disorder doesn't come with a simple explanation - it's woven from multiple threads, not tied to one single cause. Research has come a long way in understanding what causes autism. What [...]
Asperger's syndrome still comes up a lot when people talk about autism, even though the medical terms have changed. What is Aspergers, exactly? The term used to describe kids who talked on time - or even early - but couldn't quite figure out the social rules everyone else seemed to get instinctively. Their vocabulary [...]
When you hear terms used in school, like IEP, EAL, or SEN, it's easy to feel lost. For parents, understanding the language schools use is the first step in supporting your child's language learning. For teachers, clear communication is essential. Let's break down the basics of this important topic. At its core, the SEN [...]
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a difference in the way a person's brain develops. It affects how they communicate, interact socially, and perceive the world around them. The core symptoms of autism generally fall into three areas: Social-communication differences. Restricted interests. Sensory sensitivity. For young children, parents and teachers might notice some early red flags. [...]
In the world of child development, we often seek simple yet effective tools to support our children. One of the best and most fun tools available is the sensory toy. But what are sensory toys exactly? These are special objects made to stimulate a child's five main senses: Touch. Sight. Sound. Smell. Taste. They [...]
Understanding Dyslexia What is Dyslexia? Dyslexia is a difficulty with words: ‘dys’ means ‘difficulty’ and ‘lexis’ means language. Dyslexia is more common than you might think: it is thought that it affects up to 10% of the population, and it affects as many females as males. It has strong familial link, so if there [...]
