Hurt, Help, Hope – Call for autistic writers to share their mental health experiences
Mair Elliott is a Young Patient Activist and is Chair of Hafal, a user-led charity for people with a mental illness and their carers. She…
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Jennifer Cook (formerly Cook O’Toole) on spectrum life and keeping kids engaged during quarantine
Quarantine can be hard on all kids, especially kids on the spectrum. Jennifer Cook (formerly Cook O’Toole) provides help and advice into keeping all kids…
Founder of Dyspraxia USA, Warren Fried
Can you outline your history with and knowledge of dyspraxia? I first heard the word “dyspraxia” at the age of 19 while living in England.…
Behind Autism and the Police
With his book, Autism and the Police, ex-policeman Andy Buchan aims to improve autism awareness among police officers and all first responders, improving their interactions…
Representing the diversity of autistic people
From Pixar to picture books, representation is better than ever Pixar studios made waves recently with its short film “Float,” a beautiful tribute from a…
More About Me: My Autism Diagnosis
All About Me is an in-depth guide describing the practicalities of introducing a child or young person to their autism diagnosis. It is based on…
Neurodiverse Relationships – Karen’s Story
Neurodiverse Relationships is out now, and you can read two exclusive extracts here on the JKP blog. This is the first book of its kind to…
Neurodiverse Relationships – David’s Story
Neurodiverse Relationships is out now, and you can read an exclusive extract here on the JKP blog. This is the first book of its kind to…
The Intersections of Culture, Ethnicity and Autism
Dr Prithvi Perepa is an Associate Lecturer (SEN) at the University of Northampton. He trained as a special needs teacher and worked in the field of…
Supporting Kids & Teens with Exam Stress, by Joanne Steer
I have worked in children’s mental health services for the last twenty years. During this time I have noticed an increase in children and young…