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Videos

What is the SPELL framework? Autism and Inclusive Education Video

What is the SPELL framework? Autism and Inclusive Education

Practical education-focused framework (Structure, Positive approaches, Empathy, Low arousal, Links)...
Positive Strategies to Support Challenging Behaviour Video

Positive Strategies to Support Challenging Behaviour

Practical coping/support strategies (Positive Behaviour Support approach) that help reduce distress...
Autism & Sensory Issues Interview Video

Autism & Sensory Issues Interview

A charity-related interview that breaks down sensory processing differences and the challenges of se...
Autism & Masking Behaviours Video

Autism & Masking Behaviours

Explores how masking in relationships can lead to exhaustion, misunderstandings, and emotional strai...
An introduction to Autism at Work Video

An introduction to Autism at Work

Intro to workplace barriers and what helps, aimed at improving autistic employment outcomes.
ADHD and Motivation Video 7:05

ADHD and Motivation

Motivation can be a major challenge for those with ADHD. This video explores why “doing the thing” f...
Autism and communication Video

Autism and communication

Direct explanation of autistic communication differences (social communication, interaction, and how...
World Autism Acceptance Month: At work Video

World Autism Acceptance Month: At work

A short, real insight into autism in a workplace environment, showing how autistic employees experie...
Sensory Overload Video

Sensory Overload

Explains sensory overload.
It's How You Show Up: George Video

It's How You Show Up: George

Part of an awareness campaign featuring autistic adults sharing their experiences, including how dia...
‘I Used to Hate Myself’ — You Are Not Alone Video

‘I Used to Hate Myself’ — You Are Not Alone

A real personal recovery story that conveys hope and self-acceptance — useful for anyone struggling...
#NowIKnow – Stories of Late Diagnosis Video

#NowIKnow – Stories of Late Diagnosis

Autistic adults share their stories of late diagnosis and how discovering their neurodivergent ident...

Podcasts

Breaking Barriers in Adult Autism Diagnosis with Dr. Gregory Skinner, M.D. Podcast

Breaking Barriers in Adult Autism Diagnosis with Dr. Gregory Skinner, M.D.

Dr. Skinner shares his remarkable journey through international medical training, his personal conne...
Resilience, Creativity, and Advocacy with Michelle Steiner Podcast

Resilience, Creativity, and Advocacy with Michelle Steiner

Despite being told what she couldn’t do, Michelle has forged her own path—earning her degree, publis...
Building Sensory-Safe Spaces Podcast

Building Sensory-Safe Spaces

Paul speaks with occupational therapist Cynthia Miller-Lautman, whose work bridges sensory science a...

Helpful tools

Mindful practice

Mood Journal

Write down what is going on so it feels less tangled. 5-10 min

Mindful practice

Grateful Moments

Notice what is good and let it land for a moment. 5 min

Guided exercise

Calming Breathing

Slow the breath and create a small pocket of calm. 3-5 min

Mindful practice

Self-Compassion

Respond to yourself with more kindness. 5-10 min

Guided exercise

Easing Tension

Release built-up tension and reconnect with the body. 10 min

Mindful practice

Untangling Worries

Contain anxious thoughts by giving them a dedicated space. 10-15 min

Useful links

autism.org.uk National Autistic Society Advice, information, and practical support outside the app. adhduk.co.uk ADHD UK Advice, information, and practical support outside the app. neurodiversityuk.co.uk Neurodiversity UK Advice, information, and practical support outside the app.