What is Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)?

According to the National Autistic Society (NAS):

Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how people perceive the world and interact with others.

Autism is a spectrum condition. All autistic people share certain difficulties, but being autistic will affect them in different ways.

Other Names for Autism

Different labels have historically been used to diagnose autism:

– autism spectrum disorder (ASD)
– autism spectrum condition (ASC)
– classic autism
– Kanner autism
– pervasive developmental disorder (PDD)
– high-functioning autism (HFA)
– Asperger syndrome
– Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

This reflects the different diagnostic manuals and tools used, and the different autism profiles presented by individuals.

Understanding and Working with the Education System: Post-Diagnostic Workshop (SECONDARY)

This session is delivered by Educational Psychologists and provides all information related to SEN and School.

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-07-22T17:18:16+01:00November 27th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Education, Further Education, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, One Education, primary school, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, SENDIASS, Social Communication Pathway|

Social Communication Pathway: Autism and Sensory Differences Pre-and-Post-Diagnosis Workshop

Social Communication Pathway: Autism and Sensory Differences Pre-and-Post-Diagnosis Workshop

Delivered by Occupational Therapists in the team, this session offers information for parents around sensory behaviours and how to support this at home.

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-10-17T11:52:59+01:00November 20th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, sensory processing, Social Communication Pathway|

Autism and Communication Post-Diagnostic Workshop

Autism and Communication Post-Diagnostic Workshop

This session provides information around speech, language and communication, delivered by Speech and Language Therapists.

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-08-13T18:18:38+01:00November 13th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Social Communication Pathway|

Autism and Well-being Post-Diagnostic Workshop CANCELLED

Autism and Well-being Post-Diagnostic Workshop CANCELLED

This session discusses information around Autism, Mental Health and well-being delivered by Clinical Psychologists and Mental Health Practitioners.

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-09-18T15:39:44+01:00November 6th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, mental health and wellbeing, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Social Communication Pathway|

Understanding and Working with the Education System: Post-Diagnostic Workshop (PRIMARY)

Understanding and Working with the Education System: Post-Diagnostic Workshop (PRIMARY)

This workshop provides parents with information about the educational and support needs of autistic children and young people.

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-07-22T17:16:11+01:00October 17th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Education, Further Education, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, One Education, Post-16, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, secondary school, SENDIASS, Social Communication Pathway|

SCP Communication Workshop for Parents/Carers

SCP Communication Workshop for Parents/Carers

This session provides information around speech and language and communication, delivered by Speech and Language Therapists.

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-07-22T15:39:32+01:00October 16th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Social Communication Pathway|

Autism and Sensory Differences Post-Diagnostic Workshop

Autism and Sensory Differences Post-Diagnostic Workshop

Delivered by Occupational Therapists in the team, this session offers information for parents around sensory behaviours and how to support this at home.