Tag Archive for: autism

Managing Sensory Challenges Through the Festive Season

By: Emily Bemmer

Christmas is a time for gathering together family and friends, enjoying delicious food, and celebrating both the traditions and spontaneity that come with the holidays. Read more

The Groundbreaking App for Parents of Children With Autism – And It’s Made in Australia

By: Clare Bruce

When a child is diagnosed with autism, often their parents aren’t given anywhere near enough guidance on how to move forward. Read more

The Breakthrough Program Helping Young Adults with Autism to Gain Social Independence

By: Clare Bruce

Bullying, rejection, conflict, dating jitters – they’re stressful situations for young people at the best of times. So imagine how much tougher these social scenarios must be for a young person with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Read more

New Film ‘DAD’, Featuring Dads of Autistic Kids, Gives Hope and Encouragement

Above: Some of the men featuring in the film ‘DAD’. Top row, L-R: Ian Rogerson, Lai Huynh, Mat Rogers and Michael Whelan; Bottom row, L-R: Monir Elhage, Nick Orsatti, Raj Shashi and Richard Peake.

By: Clare Bruce

Parents of children with autism will nod, smile, laugh, shed a tear – and gain great insight and encouragement – from a moving new short documentary film called DAD. Read more

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How a Mumpreneur Unlocked Her Autistic Son’s Gift for Art

By: Clare Bruce

It’s not very often you see a nine-year-old boy to go into business. But that’s what Jonathan Sunarho has done: in partnership with his entrepreneurial mum, Mary Sunarho. Read more