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Come fly with Alexandra! Autism and airport experiences

In this blog post, Alexandra shares some of her recent airport experiences, tried and tested tips to make travel easier and a new research study aimed at improving airport accessibility.

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Supporting Autistic teenagers through adolescence

Aspect podcast host Madeleine Lobsey (Wondiverse) recently welcomed Benison O’Reilly (co-author of Australian Autism Handbook) on the show. Together they explored how to support Autistic teenagers through adolescence, offering advice on aiding their social interactions and friendships and addressing common puberty and mental health challenges to help parents provide comprehensive support during these transformative years.

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Beauty and the Beast Special Relaxed Performance

Disney and Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) are partnering to bring you a special autism friendly performance of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. We are thrilled to announce a one-of-a-kind opportunity for families seeking a sensory-friendly theatre experience which will take place on Saturday 18 November 2023 (1:30 pm) at Sydney's Capitol Theatre.

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Hannah’s journey at an Aspect school

Ever wonder what it’s like being at an Aspect school? Hannah, one of our students at Aspect Central Coast Secondary School tells us about her? experiences and thoughts about school in the following Q&A session.

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Autism and Eating Disorders: Understanding Shared Traits, Risk Factors and Support Needs

Eating disorders are complex mental health conditions that can have severe physical and psychosocial consequences, affecting approximately 16% of the general population. Recent research estimates that 23% of the Autistic population have a co-occurring eating disorder. This blog sheds light on the intersection between autism and eating disorders, exploring shared traits, risk factors and need for specialised support.

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Matthew’s dream to become a chef

Matthew is one of the participants at Aspect's Adult Community Services centres in Melbourne. At Aspect, we are all about working in partnership with Autistic people and their support network to assist with capacity-building skills to achieve goals, whether it be social and community participation, physical exercise or learning a new skill.

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New online self-compassion program for Autistic Adults

Throughout life, we all encounter moments of hardship, uncertainty and adversity. In these moments, we can be our own harshest critics, scrutinising our every move and berating ourselves for perceived failures. But what if, amidst life’s setbacks, we could treat ourselves with the same kindness that we offer others? What if we could be self-compassionate?

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Making Sports Inclusive for Autistic Individuals

Australian professional football club, Western Sydney Wanderers, works with Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) to make soccer autism friendly for the next generation of players.

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