5th April 2019
It is estimated that males on the autistic spectrum outnumber females on the autistic spectrum 4 to 1. Historically, autism was viewed as a ‘male condition’, with some even describing autism as ‘extreme maleness’. Many of the traits traditionally associated with Autism Spectrum Conditions are thought of as classically ‘male’, such as being detail-orientated and More…
4th April 2019
The language we use is important because it reflects our attitudes. Using language with negative connotations to describe conditions can create a judgemental and harmful impression surrounding the condition, and cause offence to those who experience it every day. That’s why speaking to people about the terms they prefer is vital; it enables us as More…
2nd April 2019
Content written and presented by, for and about autistic people can really help tackle the myths and misconceptions that arise about Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASCs). In honour of Autism Awareness Week, we have collated a list of some books and video content about Autism Spectrum Conditions that are great both for those on the autistic More…
1st April 2019
Recently, the portrayal of Autism Spectrum Conditions has exploded in popular film and TV. These portrayals have had a massive impact on the understanding and awareness of autism in general society. Since it’s Autism Awareness Week, now is a good time to have a look at these characters and assess what their impact on people’s More…
12th March 2019
Traumatic brain injury, also known as TBI, is “an injury to the brain caused by trauma to the head” (headway.org.uk). This can occur as a result of various things such as road traffic incidents, assault, falls or contact sports. Often, brain injuries and mental health problems are seen and treated as two entirely distinct problems. More…
8th March 2019
Psychology has always placed a large emphasis on the contributions of male psychologists from around the world such as Freud, Skinner and Watson. With such great names, it sadly leaves the amazing contributions of female psychologists being overlooked. There were (and continue to be) many women in psychology whose critical contributions helped shape the psychology More…
6th March 2019
Over a million people in the UK are living with the long-term effects of an acquired or traumatic brain injury. These include a wide range of cognitive, emotional and behavioural challenges which can impact on independence and confidence engaging in every day routines. As we are becoming more and more reliant upon our smart phones More…
19th February 2019
The “employment gap” is a term I’m sure many of us have heard before. It describes the difference in employment status between people classified as having a disability and those without disability. This employment gap exists in many areas, but it is especially apparent in people with autism spectrum conditions (ASC). A report published in More…
4th February 2019
The terminology and language we use to describe things around us is very important. Our language is reflective of our attitudes and can also help shape the attitudes of those around us. Frequently when discussing the autistic spectrum, we use medicalised terms such as ‘disorder’ or ‘disability’, which can sometimes cause us to focus on More…
18th January 2019
Autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are neurodevelopmental disorders that affect a person’s social communication and interaction abilities. This term covers some of the more well-known disorders such as Asperger’s syndrome, Autism and Pervasive development disorder. Despite originally being thought of as a ‘rare’ disorder, autism is more common than Down’s syndrome and Cerebral Palsy combined, with More…