Storms and other unpredictable weather events definitely have a strong effect on my mental health. These can be thunderstorms, heatwaves, cold-snaps, or cyclones (as was the case for me last week). Brisbane sits in a subtropical region, and cyclones are...
Children with autism often have sensory needs that can dictate how they feel and behave. For example, they might be over-sensitive (hypersensitivity) or under-sensitive (hyposensitivity) to light, sound, touch, smell, taste and balance. Sensory needs can create challenges for autistic...
Whilst being complimented is a lovely thing, many people struggle to accept compliments. This is particularly the case for people with autism. There may be many reasons for this – from not believing that the compliment is genuine or true...
There are lots of ways parents can make their home safe for a child with autism - from safety locks and stair gates to door alarms and specialist beds - however, whilst these things can help keep them safe, there are...
The internet is quite something, isn’t it? It enables our children to communicate, play games and learn and can be a ‘go-to’ when our kids need to self-regulate or be entertained. But the internet can also be terrifying. Children, particularly autistic children, are vulnerable to online abuse and predators. It is therefore paramount that we teach our kids online safety to ensure that they are not at any risk when using online devices such as a tablet or computers.
