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Together, we can be the change
Identify supports and remove barriers to enable Autistic employees to thrive at work.
Sensory Series: Cooling and Regulation Strategies for Hot Days
Words by Dr Dianne Blackwell // 1 min read. Even with preparation and sensory joy, heat and sensory load can accumulate throughout the day. Cooling and regulating the body first…
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World-first toolkit puts Autistic lens on suicide prevention
Researchers from La Trobe University have launched a world-leading toolkit for healthcare professionals to better identify and support Autistic adults at risk of suicide.
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Can wearing a sensory vest help with anxiety in Autistic children?
Many autistic children have trouble processing sensory information, and this can make it difficult for them to regulate. Specialised clothing has been developed to help keep the sensory system calm. We need the help of autistic children and their caregivers to test the effects of a sensory vest!
Separating Evidence from Fear: What Paracetamol Claims Really Mean for Autism
The suggestion of something ‘causing’ autism can reinforce stigma, even when the evidence ultimately shows no causal link.
Sleep disturbance and suicidality in Autistic adolescents and adults
Emeritus Professor Amanda Richdale presents an evidence-informed webinar for Mental Health Foundation Australia discussing the relationship between sleep disturbances and mental health outcomes for Autistic adolescents and adults.
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How realistic is Mattel’s new Autistic Barbie?
Autistic people are so rarely depicted in media and entertainment, it’s no wonder most people don’t really understand much about the neurotype. This article is republished from The Conversation.
What is autistic burnout? And what can you do about it?
Many autistic people face challenges in their daily life while navigating a world made for neurotypical people.
Sensory Series: Finding Cool, Calm Anchors in the Australian Summer
In summer, familiar sensory experiences need to work with the heat, not against it. Your anchors might look different from traditional imagery — and that’s perfectly okay.
Sensory Series: Heat, Sensory Comforts, and the Holiday Season
The Australian summer can come with its own set of sensory trials that can shape the way Christmas unfolds. Heat regulation issues, sun and brightness, outdoor sensory bombardment, etc.
