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.

Help Us Choose the GM Autism Hub Logo!

Work is currently under way to develop the Greater Manchester Autism Hub, led by Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), who have been awarded the role of lead provider around autism for Greater Manchester (GM). As part of this development, the Social Communication Pathway

By Jordan @ MPCF|2024-03-03T15:00:14+00:00February 25th, 2024|Categories: Get Involved|Tags: autism, CAMHS, Digital Independent Specialist College (DISC), GMAC, Greater Manchester, Greater Manchester Autism Hub, MFT, Social Communication Pathway, survey|

SCP Communication Workshop for Parents/Carers (Secondary)

SCP Communication Workshop for Parents/Carers (Secondary)

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

By Jordan @ MPCF|2023-12-20T12:34:38+00:00February 15th, 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 (Secondary)

SCP Sensory Workshop for Parents/Carers (Secondary)

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

By Jordan @ MPCF|2023-12-20T12:29:26+00:00February 8th, 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 (Secondary)

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

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|2023-12-20T12:22:56+00:00February 1st, 2024|Categories: Information Sharing, Learning, 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: 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|2023-12-20T12:06:23+00:00January 25th, 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|2023-12-20T11:59:36+00:00January 18th, 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|2023-12-20T11:48:04+00:00January 11th, 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.