Here you will find all resources that feed into the What is Autism? section of the wheel. Useful information What is Autism NHS Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is the name for a range of similar conditions, including Asperger syndrome, that affect…Gender and Autism This section explores some of the issues relating to autism and gender, including ideas about why more men and…NICE Guidelines on ASD Assessment This quality standard covers health and social care services for adults, young people and children with autism. It…DSM-5 Criteria for ASD Assessments Emotional Reciprocity Do they approach other people to interact with them? Can they have two-way conversation and can…Emotions and ASD Information Sheet EMOTIONS AND AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have difficulties: Recognising facial expressions and emotions…Anxiety - Suicidal Thoughts in ASD Introduction Suicidal thoughts are surprisingly common, with up to a third of all people having thought about suicide…NHS ASD Assessments in Cornwall Where do I go to for an Autism assessment? Hospital passports for children with Autism ASD and Learning disability Support when in hospital The Royal Cornwall Hospital Learning Disabilities service comprises of two nurses and 3 assistant…How do I refer for an assessment for ASD? The Cornwall multidisciplinary pathway for the assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children and young…The assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children and young people: Information for Primary Schools What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects how a person communicates…The assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children and young people: Information for Health Visitors and Nurseries What is ASD? Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects how a person communicates with, and relates…national autism standards | Bullying and teasing and children with ASD: what can we do? Annie Etherington, London, UK Taken from the Good Autism Practice Journal October 2007, by kind permission Address for…The assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children and young people: Information for GPs and Primary Care What is ASD? Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects how a person communicates with and relates…The assessment and diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children and young people: Information for Secondary Schools What is ASD? Autism is a lifelong developmental condition that affects how a person communicates with and relates…
