Autism and school exams
Taking exams with autism can feel overwhelming. Here are some strategies and support options that may help you prepare and manage the stress.
How autism affects sleep for young people
Getting a good night’s sleep can be difficult, especially if you’re autistic. Sleep problems are common in autistic young people, and they can affect your mood, energy, and focus during the day. If you often struggle to fall asleep, wake up during the night, or feel tired even after sleeping, you’re not alone.
Autism and sensory overload at school
School and college can be full of sensory overload if you have autism. Here are some tips to help you manage loud, bright & crowded places.
Being a Young Carer
Being young is supposed to be about the fun stuff – hanging out with friends, discovering new hobbies, games, and just enjoying being a teenager.
But if you’re a young carer, you’re probably juggling a lot more. Looking after someone at home can seriously eat into your “me time” and have an impact on your mental and physical health.
How to cope with Autistic Burnout
Autistic burnout can be tough. Tasks that used to be easy become really hard, and you might feel physically & mentally exhausted. We chat to 4 young people who share their own experiences & tips for you on how to cope.
Film: Is Anxiety linked to SEND?
In this film, we explore if there’s a link between anxiety and SEND for young people. One of our young people, Charlie, talks to an NHS specialist to find the answers to your questions.
Film: Living with Anxiety
When you have SEND and anxiety, you can feel very stressed and alone. In this film, Charlie shares his tips on living with anxiety with SEND, and how you can learn to live life to the fullest.
Film: In the Workplace with SEND
Finding a job when you have SEND can often be an uphill struggle. So in this film we follow Charlie, a young person in the workplace with SEND. He shares his tips and experiences through a typical working day at the lovely Marwell Zoo.
Film: Your Anxiety Questions, Answered
As a young person with SEND, you may have anxiety, and wonder why, how and what you can do about it. In these mini films, James (who is an NHS specialist in Learning Disability & Autism), answers your questions about anxiety, so you can better understand what’s going on.
Proud to be Gay – Troy’s Tips
One of our young people, Troy shares how he’s proud to be a young gay man with SEND. He shares his experience of coming out to help others.
