What is Autism?

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 Sensory Differences (North 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|2024-12-20T16:30:24+00:00January 16th, 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, North Manchester, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, sensory processing, Social Communication Pathway|

Understanding Neurodiversity and Wellbeing (North Manchester)

Understanding Neurodiversity and Wellbeing (North Manchester)

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

By Karen Woodhouse|2024-12-20T16:28:47+00:00January 9th, 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, North Manchester, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Social Communication Pathway|

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

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|

Assistant Autism Navigator Job Opening

Assistant Autism Navigator Job Opening

There is a new job opening in Manchester for an Assistant Autism Navigator role with the Social Communication Pathway (SCP) team! The Assistant Autism Navigator will be responsible for supporting clinicians in organising groups, will help administrate these groups and will collect feedback and

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-11-20T11:41:43+00:00November 20th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing|Tags: autism, Autism Navigator, job, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, 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.