SENDhelp https://send-help.co.uk/ Specialist provider in supporting schools, education provisions, social care providers and care companies with professional, reliable and trustworthy staff Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:45:58 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://send-help.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-sendhelp_both_favicon-sq-32x32.png SENDhelp https://send-help.co.uk/ 32 32 Whatisautism https://send-help.co.uk/whatisautism/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:56 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/whatisautism/ Understanding Autism What Is Autism? Autism is a lifelong neurodevelopmental condition affecting how people communicate, interact socially and experience the world. Around 1 in 100 people in the UK are autistic. This guide explains what autism is, how it presents and what life with autism involves. Understanding Autism Call Now 1 in 100Estimated prevalence of […]

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]]> Whatcausesautism https://send-help.co.uk/whatcausesautism/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:54 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/whatcausesautism/ Understanding Autism What Causes Autism? Autism is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. No single cause has been identified and vaccines do not cause autism. This guide explains what current research tells us about the causes of autism. Understanding Autism Call Now Highly geneticTwin and family studies indicate autism is highly heritable, […]

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]]> Stimminginautism https://send-help.co.uk/stimminginautism/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:52 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/stimminginautism/ Understanding Autism What Is Stimming in Autism and Why Does It Happen? Stimming refers to repetitive self-stimulatory behaviours such as hand-flapping, rocking or humming. Most autistic people stim and it serves important regulatory functions. This guide explains what stimming is, why it happens and why suppression is harmful. Understanding Autism Call Now Most autistic people […]

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]]> Signsofautismintoddlers https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautismintoddlers/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:51 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautismintoddlers/ Understanding Autism What Are the Signs of Autism in Toddlers? Signs of autism can be visible in toddlers from around 12 to 18 months. These include reduced eye contact, limited joint attention, delayed speech and unusual responses to sensory input. This guide explains what to look for and when to seek advice. Understanding Autism Call […]

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]]> Signsofautismingirls https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautismingirls/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:48 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautismingirls/ Understanding Autism What Are the Signs of Autism in Girls? Autism in girls and women often presents differently from the profile described in research that focused predominantly on males. This guide explains the distinctive signs, why girls are diagnosed later and what families and schools should look for. Understanding Autism Call Now Diagnosed laterGirls are […]

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]]> Signsofautisminchildren https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautisminchildren/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:46 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautisminchildren/ Understanding Autism What Are the Signs of Autism in Children? Signs of autism in children include differences in social communication, sensory sensitivities and repetitive behaviours. They present differently at different ages and between individual children. This guide explains what to look for and when to seek an assessment. Understanding Autism Call Now Present from birthAutism […]

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]]> Signsofautisminadults https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautisminadults/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:44 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/signsofautisminadults/ Understanding Autism What Are the Signs of Autism in Adults? Many adults receive an autism diagnosis later in life, often after years of struggling with social situations, sensory challenges and mental health difficulties. This guide explains the signs of autism in adults and why so many people are not identified until adulthood. Understanding Autism Call […]

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]]> Sensorysensitivitiesinautism https://send-help.co.uk/sensorysensitivitiesinautism/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:42 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/sensorysensitivitiesinautism/ Understanding Autism What Are Sensory Sensitivities in Autism? Most autistic people experience sensory differences, being either over-sensitive or under-sensitive to sensory input. These differences affect daily life profoundly. This guide explains the sensory profile in autism and how environments and support can be adapted. Understanding Autism Call Now Most autistic peopleSensory processing differences are present […]

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]]> Maskinginautism https://send-help.co.uk/maskinginautism/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:40 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/maskinginautism/ Understanding Autism What Is Masking in Autism? Masking in autism means suppressing or hiding autistic traits to fit in with neurotypical social norms. Most autistic people mask to some degree. This guide explains what masking involves, why people do it and the serious costs to mental health and wellbeing. Understanding Autism Call Now Most autistic […]

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]]> Levelsofautism https://send-help.co.uk/levelsofautism/ Fri, 24 Jul 2026 09:55:38 +0000 https://send-help.co.uk/levelsofautism/ Understanding Autism What Are the Levels of Autism on the Spectrum? DSM-5 introduced three levels of autism based on the degree of support required. This guide explains what each level means, how support needs are assessed and the limitations of describing autism through levels. Understanding Autism Call Now Level 1Requires support: social communication difficulties and […]

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