Regulation - supporting Autistic students

Every teacher will at some point, support a student who is feeling overwhelmed, anxious or emotionally dysregulated. For Autistic students, these moments are cues that support is needed. When teachers understand regulation and respond calmly and effectively, they can reduce stress in the moment while building trust, emotional safety and readiness for learning over time.

Thriving Kids. What the new foundational supports model means for families

A major new national program is set to change how young children access early support in Australia - and the design choices made now will shape whether families truly benefit. Here’s what Thriving Kids could mean, and why the details matter.

Aspect at 60: Nicola and a childhood connection that shaped a lifetime in medicine

A childhood mentoring experience at Aspect in the 1970s still shapes how one former young volunteer understands autism, medicine and inclusion.

Beyond tired: 5 impactful truths about Autistic burnout you need to know

Burnout is often described as being tired, but for autistic people it can mean losing the ability to cope, connect, and function in ways that once felt manageable.

Clarifying recent claims about autism, medication and vaccines

Misinformation about autism spreads quickly, especially when it touches on pregnancy, vaccines, or the promise of a so-called “cure”. With recent claims resurfacing in public debate, it’s important to pause, check the evidence, and centre the voices and wellbeing of Autistic people and their families before assumptions turn into harm.

Understanding Autistic burnout

Why it happens and how we can better support Autistic wellbeing

Online dating tips for Autistic adults

Dating apps can open doors for Autistic adults, but they can also come with challenges. Based on our research, we have created a free practical guide to help Autistic people navigate dating apps more safely and confidently.

Learning his language: A refugee mother’s path to empowerment and understanding

Cing is a devoted mother of a child on the autism spectrum and a proud Burmese refugee who arrived in Adelaide in 2015. Her story highlights the immense challenges that refugee families face as they navigate trauma, resettlement, and parenting a child with a disability.

Alexandra Visits: Aspect South Coast School

Hi, I’m Alexandra. As the receptionist at Aspect, I love finding out more about the people, programs, and campuses that make up our community. This helps me answer questions at reception and through my role as a social media monitor.

Rethinking Recruitment: One Simple Change that benefits many

Traditional interviews can be a barrier for Autistic candidates. This blog explores how rethinking interview processes can improve access to employment.

Q& A with Aspect Occupational Therapist Jordyn Brown

Join us in celebrating OT Week (27 Oct - 4 Nov) and recognising the amazing work of Occupational Therapists - showcasing creativity, problem-solving, and compassion in everyday practice.

Dear Past Me: What I wish I knew about becoming a carer

Becoming a carer can be life changing. It can reshape your priorities, your relationships and even how you see yourself. While caregiving doesn’t come with a handbook, we can learn a lot from those with first-hand caregiving experience.