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Photo by Mick Haupt  on Unsplash We know that lots of people with different backgrounds and experiences read our articles. If you happen to be fairly new to learning about autism, this article is a great place to start. In it, we aim to answer the following questions:   What is autism and the autistic spectrum?  How many people are autistic?   Is autism a disability?     What is Autism and the Autistic Spectrum?     Autism is a neuro-developmental condition. It is not a lea

Case study for Autism Guernsey’s Neurodiversity Network Project , showcasing how organisations are supporting neurodivergent employees locally and further afield.   Background  ACCESS is the group-wide disability and neurodiversity network for Lloyds Banking Group. Within this established network sits a specific neurodiversity community, which was formed approximately four years ago. The community is led by Lee Brown, who is the co-chair of the ACCESS network.     Lee explain

Photo by Anastasiia Chepinska  on Unsplash This guide is for autistic adults who find the social side of gifts difficult (whether you’re the one giving, receiving, or both). It’s especially relevant at Christmas, but the ideas here apply all year round—birthdays, anniversaries, or any time gifts are expected. Some tips and ideas in this post might also apply to older autistic teens navigating gift exchanges with family and friends. Why Gifts Can Feel Difficult Many autistic p

Photo by Erwan Hesry  on Unsplash The festive season can be joyful, but it can also be exhausting. For many autistic people, Christmas brings a mix of excitement and stress. There might be more noise, more people, more changes to routine, and often, more pressure to join in. You don’t need to do it all. You don’t need to do it the way others do. Taking care of yourself matters, especially at this time of year. Why Christmas Can Be Hard Even if you enjoy some parts of the fest