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What is neurodiversity?<\/p>\n
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\tNeurodiversity is about recognising that everyone\u2019s brain works differently
\n \tDifferences in the way our brains work means that we have different strengths and different difficulties
\n \tSome of these differences have been given names or labels
\n \tExamples are autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia and Tourette\u2019s<\/p>\n
What is autism?<\/p>\n
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\tAutism means that someone\u2019s brain works a little differently
\n \tYou can\u2019t see if someone is autistic- It is an invisible condition
\n \tEach autistic person is different
\n \tAutistic people have different strengths and need help with different things<\/p>\n
Watch Amazing Things Happen by Alexander Amelines, What is autism by Ambitions about Autism Youth patrons and listen to Bella\u2019s poem to find out more.<\/p>\n
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What can you do to help?<\/p>\n
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Hear autistic young people share their lived experience to understand what helps them in school.<\/p>\n
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We all learn in different ways, like and dislike different things, and respond differently to things such as noise, smells and temperature. Understanding your own and other people\u2019s needs and strengths helps you to recognise the different skills you all bring and to adapt and be inclusive of others. Things to think about (for you and your child) include:<\/p>\n
\twhat people appreciate about me
\n \tmy hobbies and interests
\n \tmy skills and strengths
\n \thow to support me<\/p>\n
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You can help raise awareness by taking part in this year\u2019s fundraising activities. The theme for 2023 is colour, and the National Autistic Society has a new virtual challenge, the Spectrum Colour Challenge and lots of ideas to get your fundraising off to a colourful start.<\/p>\n
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You can find further information in the National Autistic Society website, Autism Education Trust and Children and Families Health Devon which includes information, guidance, and training to support autistic children and young people at home and at school such as the good practice principles and themes shown below. You may also find the inclusion promises outlined in this framework helpful to discuss with anyone working with you and your child.<\/p>\n
\nAutism myths and stereotypes Quiz
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To support Autism Acceptance week (27th March \u2013 2nd April) the Autism Education Trust and National Autistic Society have created a quiz to test your knowledge and bust some myths.\u00a0 Take the quiz to test your understanding.<\/p>\n
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