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Curated, trustworthy resources from official health and education organizations
NICE Autism Guideline (CG170)
NICE
Evidence-based guidance on recognition, referral, diagnosis and management of autism in children and young people
diagnosis
interventions
education
NICE Autism in Adults (CG142)
NICE
Recognition, referral, diagnosis and management of autism in adults
diagnosis
adults
workplace
NHS Autism Support
NHS
Comprehensive information about autism, diagnosis pathways, and support services
diagnosis
support
symptoms
SEND Code of Practice
DfE
Statutory guidance for organizations working with and supporting children and young people who have special educational needs
education
EHCP
legal rights
GOV.UK SEND and Disability Resources
GOV.UK
Official government guidance on SEND support in schools
education
support
legal rights
National Autistic Society
NAS
UK's leading autism charity providing information, support, and services
support
education
workplace
diagnosis
Autism Education Trust
AET
Training and resources for schools supporting autistic children
education
teaching strategies
Education Endowment Foundation: SEND
EEF
Evidence-based guidance for supporting pupils with SEND
education
evidence
interventions
PubMed Research (Coming Soon)
Phase 2 will include live PubMed integration with pre-set queries for:
- Visual supports effectiveness
- AAC and PECS interventions
- Peer-mediated strategies
- Adapted CBT for autism
- Inclusive schooling outcomes
Quality Assurance: All resources are from official government health/education departments, established autism organizations, or peer-reviewed academic sources.
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Skills Library
Build essential life skills through interactive, evidence-based activities
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Visual Schedules & Timetables
Use pictures, symbols or written words to show what will happen and in what order
visual-supports
routines
transitions
Now & Next Boards
Simple 2-item visual showing current activity and what comes after
visual-supports
transitions
routines
Transition Warnings & Timers
Give advance notice before activities change using timers and countdowns
transitions
routines
anxiety
Communication Supports (PECS, AAC, Makaton)
Picture Exchange, speech apps, and signing to support expressive communication
communication
visual-supports
school
Sensory Breaks & Movement
Scheduled opportunities for sensory input and physical movement
sensory
regulation
school
Social Stories & Scripts
Short personalized stories that explain social situations and appropriate responses
social
anxiety
school
Anxiety Management Techniques
Tools to recognize, reduce and cope with anxious feelings
anxiety
regulation
mental-health
Sleep Routines & Bedtime Supports
Consistent bedtime routine with sensory and visual supports for better sleep
routines
sleep
sensory
Peer-Mediated Support & Inclusion
Teaching peers to support social interaction and inclusion
social
school
inclusion
Workplace Reasonable Adjustments
Modifications to support autistic employees in the workplace
workplace
inclusion
sensory
Calm Toolkit
Self-regulation strategies and sensory tools for managing overwhelming moments
Calm & Co-regulation Toolkit
Science-backed breathing exercises and calming techniques. Track your mood and build your calm practice.
Box Breathing
Equal counts for inhale, hold, exhale, hold - creates calm and focus
Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, breathe out for 4, hold for 4
120s
Stop if you feel dizzy or uncomfortable
Coherent Breathing
Smooth, equal breathing that balances the nervous system
Breathe in for 5, breathe out for 5
180s
Keep breathing gentle and smooth
SOS 60-Second Calm
Quick calming breath for moments of high stress
Breathe in for 4, breathe out for 6 - emphasizes longer exhale
60s
Focus on making exhale longer than inhale
No-Hold Breathing
For people who find breath holds uncomfortable or triggering
Breathe in for 4, breathe out for 6 - no holds
120s
Perfect for anyone who dislikes holding breath
Extended Exhale
Longer exhale activates relaxation response
Breathe in for 4, breathe out for 8
120s
Make exhale gentle, not forced
Daily Quests & Challenges
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Daily Quests
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Education Pathways
Personalized learning paths for parents, educators, and individuals
Education Pathways Navigator
Step-by-step guides for UK SEND/EHCP, US IEP/504, and EU inclusive education systems
SEND Support (SEN Support)
First tier of support for children with special educational needs in UK schools
Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
Legal document securing additional support for children with complex SEND in England
SEND Support (SEN Support)
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Legal Basis
Children and Families Act 2014, SEND Code of Practice 2015
Who Is Eligible
- Children with learning difficulties or disabilities that make learning harder
- Children who need extra or different support from what is usually available
- All ages from early years through to age 25
Overview
SEND Support is the first level of support for children with special educational needs in England. It is school-based support that does not require an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). Schools must use their "best endeavours" to meet needs.
Step-by-Step Process
Your Key Rights
- Right to SEN Support if child has greater difficulty learning than peers
- Right to have views heard and participate in decisions
- Right to termly review meetings
- Right to request an EHCP assessment if needs cannot be met through SEN Support
Appeal Process: There is no formal appeal for SEN Support decisions. If unhappy, escalate to headteacher, then governors, then local authority. If considering EHCP assessment request, seek advice from IPSEA or SOSSEN.
Resources Library
Downloadable guides, templates, and evidence-based resources
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Research Database
Access peer-reviewed autism research from PubMed
Live PubMed Research
Access peer-reviewed research on autism, ADHD, dyslexia, mental health, and more from PubMed's database of 35+ million citations
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Myths vs Facts
Debunking common misconceptions with evidence-based facts
Myths & Facts
Myth
Vaccines cause autism
Fact
There is no link between vaccines and autism. This has been thoroughly studied and disproven by major health organizations worldwide. The original study claiming a link was fraudulent and has been retracted.
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Myth
Autism can be cured
Fact
Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental difference, not an illness to be cured. The goal of support is to help autistic people thrive and access their strengths, not to make them "less autistic".
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Myth
Autistic people lack empathy
Fact
Autistic people experience and express empathy, but may do so differently. Many autistic people report feeling emotions very deeply and can be overwhelmed by others emotions.
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Myth
All autistic people are the same
Fact
Autism is a spectrum. Every autistic person is different with unique strengths, challenges, interests, and needs. As the saying goes: "If you have met one person with autism, you have met one person with autism".
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Myth
Autism only affects children
Fact
Autism is lifelong. Autistic children become autistic adults. Many people are not diagnosed until adulthood. Support needs may change over time but autism itself does not go away.
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