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My health passport

WEBOverview. ‘My Health Passport’ is a resource for autistic people who might need hospital treatment. The passport is designed to help autistic people to communicate their needs …

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URL: https://www.autism.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/topics/physical-health/my-health-passport

Suicidality in autism: risk and prevention

WEBAwareness that many autistic people may experience suicidal thoughts and behaviours is the first step to prevention. Clinicians need to be alert to increased risk, …

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Autistic and ADHD life as a paradox: a personal perspective

WEBAutistic and ADHD life as a paradox: a personal perspective. Published on 10 November 2022. Author: Ella Tabb. Ella Tabb shares their story of being diagnosed …

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Education, health and care plans in England

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 - …

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The diagnostic assessment

WEBThe diagnostic assessment. Information and advice to support adults, parents and carers, and professionals through the diagnostic process. Getting an autism …

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Our new e-learning module exploring the mental health …

WEBPublished on 28 February 2024. We are delighted to launch our new e-learning module, A Guide to the Mental Health Experiences of Autistic Teenagers, which is aimed at …

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Government publishes draft Mental Health Bill

WEBPublished on 27 June 2022. The Government has published its draft bill to change mental health laws in England and Wales. This is a huge step forward in the campaign to stop …

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It’s Time to Act on the Mental Health Bill

WEBIt’s Time to Act on the Mental Health Bill. Published on 21 September 2023. The National Autistic Society and learning disability charity Mencap are calling on Rishi …

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What is Augmentative and Alternative Communication and how …

WEBAAC can be useful for many reasons: AAC enables individuals with unclear speech to reliably express themselves in alternative ways. AAC can be versatile and …

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Autism assessment waiting times

WEBAs of June 2023, 143,119 people were waiting for an autism assessment in England, new NHS data has revealed. This is a 47% increase in the number of people waiting in just …

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Demand avoidance

WEBDemand avoidance. A persistent and marked resistance to demands is a characteristic experienced by and observed in some autistic people. It can impact essential needs like …

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Understanding and managing pica

WEBSmall size pebbles (which pass through the bowel more easily), decking or paving is better. Record pica items and watch for them in the individual’s stools. Ensure …

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Supporting pregnant autistic people

WEBHaving a predictable routine and environment can help autistic people feel calm, safe and in control with best practice such as having: a predictable routine and …

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Support at work – a guide for autistic people

WEBIt is when one person, or a group of people, intentionally cause harm to someone else and behave in a way that is deliberately offensive and unkind towards them. For example, a …

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