What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

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 (South Manchester): Aimed at PRIMARY School aged Children.

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

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-12-02T14:39:57+00:00March 26th, 2025|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Education, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, One Education, primary school, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, SENDIASS, Social Communication Pathway|

Understanding Communication Differences (South Manchester)

Understanding Communication Differences (South Manchester)

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

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-12-02T14:31:27+00:00March 19th, 2025|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|

Understanding Sensory Differences (South Manchester)

Understanding Sensory Differences (South Manchester)

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|2024-12-02T14:25:56+00:00March 13th, 2025|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|

Understanding Neurodiversity and Wellbeing (South Manchester)

Understanding Neurodiversity and Wellbeing (South Manchester)

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

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-12-02T14:18:52+00:00March 5th, 2025|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 Communication Differences (Central Manchester)

Understanding Communication Differences (Central Manchester)

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

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-12-03T16:29:50+00:00February 27th, 2025|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|

Understanding and Working with the Education System (Central Manchester): Aimed at SECONDARY School aged + young people

Understanding and Working with the Education System (Central Manchester): Aimed at SECONDARY School aged + young people

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

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-12-03T16:28:16+00:00February 26th, 2025|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Education, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, One Education, primary school, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, SENDIASS, Social Communication Pathway|

Understanding Sensory Differences (Central Manchester)

Understanding Sensory Differences (Central Manchester)

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|2024-12-03T16:27:27+00:00February 13th, 2025|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|

Understanding Neurodiversity and Wellbeing (Central Manchester)

Understanding Neurodiversity and Wellbeing (Central Manchester)

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