by Shelley Farnham | Sep 1, 2024 | ADHD, Autism
The power of play for ADHD/Autistic children What is play? Play is described in various ways by experts, but there are some key words that seem to be repeated– fun, self-initiated, not motivated by reward, uncertain and non-productive. When a child was asked...
by Shelley Farnham | Aug 19, 2024 | ADHD, Autism
The power of play for ADHD/Autistic children What is play? Play is described in various ways by experts, but there are some key words that seem to be repeated– fun, self-initiated, not motivated by reward, uncertain and non-productive. When a child was asked...
by Shelley Farnham | Apr 9, 2024 | ADHD Parenting Blogs, Autism
What does Autism Acceptance Week mean to you? To me it’s an opportunity to spread some awareness of Autism – our knowledge and also our personal experience, recognising and celebrating the good, whilst also acknowledging the not so good. Getting this balance is...
by Shelley Farnham | Mar 14, 2024 | ADHD Parenting Blogs, Autism
Autism Parent Support: Navigating the Journey Together Parenting a child with autism is a unique journey that can bring both profound joy and significant challenges. While focusing on the needs of their autistic child, parents often encounter their own set of...
by Shelley Farnham | Mar 14, 2024 | ADHD Parenting Blogs, Anxiety, Autism
Executive Function Support Strategies: A Guide for Parents Executive functions are crucial cognitive skills that help us plan, organise, remember instructions, and juggle multiple tasks successfully. For children with ADHD and Autism, challenges with these skills are...