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Despite the abundance of information online and on social media, it can still be very confusing for families to understand whether an individual may meet the criteria of an "Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)" and how a diagnostic assessment is undertaken. As professionals with over a decade of

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Explaining some challenges for Individuals with ASD using the Polyvagal Theory

WHAT IS THE POLYVAGAL THEORY?

The Polyvagal Theory, proposed and developed by Dr Stephen Porges, is a paradigm shift in understanding behaviour and outlines the importance of the body in understanding the mind.

The theory focuses on our developing nervous system a

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Video Games 101: A guide for families

Video games are increasingly a huge part of children’s lives, but many adults do not have an understanding of their potential advantages and disadvantages, what is appropriate for each age group, and why children find them so

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