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Autism

Understanding, assessing and supporting autistic children.

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder?

A plain-language explanation of autism, how it affects communication, behaviour and sensory processing, and what a diagnosis really means for your family.

4 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Early Signs of Autism (0–3 Years)

The specific early indicators therapists look for in the first three years, organised month by month with what to do next.

5 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Autism vs Speech Delay

How to tell the difference between a child who is simply a late talker and a child who needs an autism assessment.

6 min read · Reviewed March 2026

The Autism Assessment Process

What happens step by step during an Orange autism assessment, who is in the room and what the report contains.

7 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Evidence-Based Autism Therapies

Which therapies have real research behind them, which do not, and how to build a balanced weekly plan.

4 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Autism Home Activities for Parents

Fifteen everyday routines that build communication and joint attention without any special equipment.

5 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Autism Myths & Facts

Vaccines, screen time, parenting style and diet — what the science actually shows.

6 min read · Reviewed March 2026

School Readiness for Children with Autism

The skills that matter before mainstream school, and how to prepare the classroom and the teacher.

7 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Social Skills Development

How social skills are taught systematically in small groups rather than expected to appear naturally.

4 min read · Reviewed March 2026

Sensory Challenges & Regulation

Why sensory overload happens, what it looks like, and the calming strategies that actually help.

5 min read · Reviewed March 2026

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