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Autism
What is Autism?
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That's such a massive question isnt it! The answer differs for everybody with Autism but the core definition is:
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Autism, also known as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), is a lifelong developmental disability that affects how people communicate and interact with the world. It's a spectrum condition, meaning it affects individuals differently, with varying levels of support needed.
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Autism influences how people experience and interact with the world. It is a lifelong neurodivergence and disability. Autistic people are different from each other, but for a diagnosis they must share differences from non-autistic people in how they think, feel and communicate.
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Being autistic means you may feel things and react to them differently to non-autistic people. You may find socialising confusing or tiring, and you may become overwhelmed in loud or busy places. You may have intense interests, prefer order and routine, and use repeated movements or actions to calm yourself or express joy. You might mask your discomfort to fit in, which can lead to mental illness.
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You might find learning new things challenging and take longer to process instructions. You may need regular brain breaks or movement breaks. You may experience anxiety in typical learning environments and require small groups or 1-2-1 training
ADHD
What is ADHD
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ADHD (attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by persistent symptoms of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity. These symptoms can interfere with daily functioning and development, making it difficult to concentrate, manage energy levels, and control impulses.
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Key aspects of ADHD:
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Impulsivity: Acting without thinking, interrupting, and having difficulty waiting their turn.
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Inattention: Difficulty focusing, concentrating, staying on task, and organising.
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Hyperactivity: Excessive energy, restlessness, fidgeting, and difficulty sitting still.
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Important points about ADHD:
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Varied presentation: Some individuals primarily experience inattention symptoms, while others are more hyperactive and impulsive.
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Diagnosis: ADHD is diagnosed through behavioural analysis, considering the persistence and severity of symptoms.
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Impact on daily life: ADHD can affect academic performance, social relationships, and overall functioning.
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Treatment: Various treatments, including medication and therapy, can help manage ADHD symptoms and improve daily life.
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ADHD in adults: ADHD can persist into adulthood and is diagnosed in individuals of all ages.
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Gender differences: ADHD is more commonly diagnosed in boys, but girls can also experience ADHD, though their symptoms might manifest differently.
Neurodiverse
What is Neurodiverse?
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Neurodiversity: This term refers to the natural variation in human brains and the different ways people experience the world.
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Neurodivergent: This term describes individuals whose brains function differently from what is considered "typical" or "neurotypical".
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Neurotypical: This term refers to people whose brains and behaviour are considered "standard" or "typical".
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Conditions associated with neurodiversity: Conditions like autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia are examples of neurodivergence.
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Neurodiversity as a movement: The neurodiversity movement advocates for embracing neurological differences and promoting inclusion and acceptance of neurodivergent individuals.
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In essence, neurodiversity recognises that everyone's brain is unique and that these differences should be celebrated rather than viewed as problems. 'Neurodiversity' refers to the natural diversity in human brains.
Neurodivergence is the term for when someone's brain processes, learns, and/or behaves differently from what is considered "typical". Some neurodivergent conditions include:
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Dyslexia
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Dyspraxia (also called Developmental Coordination Disorder, or DCD)
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Dyscalculia
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Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
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Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).
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These conditions very often co-occur and many symptoms overlap, as shown in the diagram on the right. Neurodivergent groups may be more highly represented in Health and Social care Professions than the general population. There are many strengths in neurodiversity.
Anxiety
What is Anxiety?
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Anxiety is an emotion characterised by an unpleasant state of inner turmoil and includes feelings of dread over anticipated events. Anxiety is different from fear in that fear is defined as the emotional response to a present threat, whereas anxiety is the anticipation of a future one. It is often accompanied by nervous behaviour such as pacing back and forth, somatic complaints, and rumination.
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Anxiety is a feeling of uneasiness and worry, usually generalised and unfocused as an overreaction to a situation that is only subjectively seen as menacing. It is often accompanied by muscular tension, restlessness, fatigue, inability to catch one's breath, tightness in the abdominal region, nausea, and problems in concentration. Anxiety is closely related to fear, which is a response to a real or perceived immediate threat (fight-or-flight response); anxiety involves the expectation of a future threat including dread. People facing anxiety may withdraw from situations which have provoked anxiety in the past.
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The emotion of anxiety can persist beyond the developmentally appropriate time-periods in response to specific events, and thus turning into one of the multiple anxiety disorders (e.g. generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder). The difference between anxiety disorder (as mental disorder) and anxiety (as normal emotion), is that people with an anxiety disorder experience anxiety excessively or persistently during approximately 6 months, or even during shorter time-periods in children. Anxiety disorders are among the most persistent mental problems and often last decades. Anxiety can also be experienced within other mental disorders, e.g., obsessive–compulsive disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder.
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