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.

Autism and Sensory Differences Post-Diagnostic Workshop

This workshop aims to impart parents and carers with information about sensory differences amongst neurodiverse people.

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-04-24T14:52:42+01:00April 18th, 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 Well-being Post-Diagnostic Workshop

Autism and Well-being Post-Diagnostic Workshop

This workshop aims to impart parents and carers with information about autism and what it could mean for your child/family + what support is available.

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-04-24T14:51:27+01:00April 17th, 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|

Autism Acceptance Cinema Screening – “Life, Animated”

Autism Acceptance Cinema Screening – “Life, Animated”

We have now opened this event to all families of autistic and neurodivergent (ND) children and young people. If you are ND yourself or you have an autistic/neurodivergent child or young person in the family, we'd love to enjoy the movie with you on

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-04-14T11:18:54+01:00April 16th, 2024|Categories: Celebration, Community|Tags: autism, Autism in Schools, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), cinema, Cultplex, GRUB, World Autism Acceptance Week|

What Does Autism Mean to You?

What Does Autism Mean to You?

We have now opened this activity to all families of autistic children and young people, plus we extended the deadline to 9pm on Sunday, 14 April. If you are autistic yourself or you have an autistic child/ young person in the family, please feel

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-04-14T11:13:47+01:00April 3rd, 2024|Categories: Celebration, Events, Projects|Tags: autism, Autism in Schools, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Co-op Academy Manchester, Didsbury High School, Levenshulme High School, Manchester Communication Academy, Southern Cross, St. Matthew's Roman Catholic High School, Trinity Church of England High School, World Autism Acceptance Week|

World Autism Acceptance Week Film Screening (for Parents)

World Autism Acceptance Week Film Screening (for Parents)

To celebrate World Autism Acceptance Week*, we will be holding a FREE film screening session on Tuesday, 16 April, exclusively for parents/carers of autistic and neurodivergent children and young people who go to one of Manchester's Autism in Schools (AiS) schools**. We would like

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-04-04T16:25:59+01:00April 1st, 2024|Categories: Celebration, Events, Projects|Tags: autism, Autism in Schools, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), World Autism Acceptance Week|

Understanding and Working with the Education System: Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

Understanding and Working with the Education System: Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

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

By Jordan @ MPCF|2023-12-20T12:58:28+00:00March 28th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Early Years, Education, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, One Education, primary school, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, SENDIASS, Social Communication Pathway|

SCP Communication Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

SCP Communication Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

This workshop aims to impart parents with language and communication strategies to use with their children.

By Jordan @ MPCF|2023-12-20T12:55:15+00:00March 21st, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, Workshop|Tags: autism, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), communication, Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, SCP Post-Diagnostic Group, Social Communication Pathway|

SCP Sensory Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

SCP Sensory Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

This workshop aims to impart parents and carers with information about autism and what it could mean for your child/family + what support is available.

By Jordan @ MPCF|2023-12-20T12:50:43+00:00March 14th, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, 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|

SCP Autism and Well-being Post-Diagnostic Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

SCP Autism and Well-being Post-Diagnostic Workshop for Parents/Carers (Primary)

This workshop aims to impart parents and carers with information about autism and what it could mean for your child/family + what support is available.