National Autistic Society
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Autism information, sensory and behaviour guidance, education advice and a helpline.
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Sensory differences guidance
Understanding sensory sensitivity and seeking in autistic children, with practical adjustments for home and school.
AutismSensory - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Meltdowns guidance
What meltdowns are, why they happen, and how to help before, during and after one.
AutismBehaviour - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Anxiety in Autistic People (guidance)
Free guidance on why autistic children feel anxious and practical strategies: anxiety diaries, visual schedules, sensory tools and relaxation.
AutismAnxiety & wellbeingSensory - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Autism and anger management: a guide for parents
Strategies for preventing and managing anger using traffic-light feelings scales, calm spaces and visual supports to help your child cope.
AutismBehaviourAnxiety & wellbeing - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Autism-Friendly Cinema: A Guide for Families
Guide to relaxed, autism-friendly cinema screenings across the UK (lights up, lower volume, freedom to move) plus tips for planning a visit.
SensoryAutism - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Autistic women and girls
Why autism often looks different and is missed in girls and women, covering masking, social presentation and the diagnostic gap that delays support.
AutismDiagnosis - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Dealing with Change (autism)
Free guidance on why change is hard for autistic people and practical strategies (countdowns, plan B/C, preparation) useful for transitions.
AutismTransitionsAnxiety & wellbeing - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Distressed behaviour: a guide for all audiences
Explains behaviour as communication, how to use a behaviour diary to spot triggers, and how to understand the function behind distressed behaviour.
AutismBehaviourSpeech & communication - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
EHCP Annual Review (incl. Preparing for Adulthood)
Free guide to how EHCP annual reviews work, including the Year 9 onwards focus on preparing for adulthood and phase-transfer deadlines.
EHCPs & SEN supportTransitionsSchool & EBSA - HelplineNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Help and support (Parent to Parent service & directory)
NAS support hub with the Parent to Parent emotional support line (trained parent volunteers) and the UK-wide Autism Services Directory for local help.
AutismDiagnosisSchool & EBSA - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
How to request an autism assessment (what to say to your GP)
Step-by-step guide on asking a GP for an autism referral, what to take to the appointment, and the pathways across England, Wales, Scotland and NI.
AutismDiagnosis - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Leaving School & Transition to Adulthood (autism)
Free guidance on planning life after secondary school: college, work, apprenticeships, EHCP to 25 and a Year 9-11 transition timeline.
AutismTransitionsEHCPs & SEN support - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Meltdowns - a guide for all audiences
NAS guide explaining what an autistic meltdown is, how it differs from a tantrum, common triggers, and practical ways to help and prevent them.
AutismBehaviourSensory - HelplineNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
NAS Transition Support Helpline
Free helpline (0808 800 0027) giving autistic young people and families advice on the move from school, college or university to adult life.
AutismTransitionsEHCPs & SEN support - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Sensory Differences in Autism
Clear guide to hyper- and hypo-sensitivity across all the senses, explaining sensory seeking vs avoiding and how to reduce sensory overload.
SensoryAutism - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Signs that a child or adult may be autistic
Plain-English rundown of autism signs across communication, behaviour, routines and sensory differences, with notes on how presentation varies.
AutismDiagnosis - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Sleep: A Guide for Parents and Families
Free NAS guide on autistic children's sleep: visual routines, bedroom environment, light and noise, melatonin and support for parents.
AutismSleepSensory - GuideNational Autistic SocietyUK charity
Starting or switching school: autism transition advice
Free practical guide for parents of autistic children on preparing for a new school: visits, visual supports, SENCO contact and phased starts.
AutismSchool & EBSATransitions
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