What Looks Like Defiance: Understanding the Distress Behind Behaviour
It’s easy in that moment to see defiance, but what if what looks like defiance is actually something very different?
Category: Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Autism in Girls and Women: Why It’s Often Missed
Autism doesn’t look the same for girls and women. Their traits can be quieter, subtler, or wrapped up in a lot of “masking,” making them harder to spot.
The PDA Controversy
A recent review examined the controversy around Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA).
Major New Study Identifies Four Core Subtypes of Autism
Groundbreaking autism research has just revealed what many parents have known all along — autism is not one condition, but many.
PDA: Nervous System & Polyvagal Theory
Viewing PDA through the lens of Polyvagal Theory provides invaluable insight into how a child’s nervous system reacts to demands and offers strategies to help them achieve a state of regulation and safety.
Rethinking Social Connection in Neurodivergent Kids
Being able to imagine what someone else may be thinking or feeling is called Theory of Mind. But what happens when this skill works differently?
What Is Ableism & Why It Matters
Ableism is a hidden barrier many neurodivergent children face. What is it and why it matters for our kids.
Autism, ADHD, or AuDHD?
Get a better understanding of the similarities & differences between ASD & ADHD — as well as how they can co-occur.
Worry: Strategies for Supporting Neurodivergent Kids
Worry is a common experience for all children, but for neurodivergent children, worry can become overwhelming and impact daily functioning.
World Autism Awareness Day South Africa
#WAAD2025 Global awareness of autism has increased but South Africa faces challenges in providing adequate support for families.