Advice and guidance - National Autistic Society

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What is autism?

Find out more about this lifelong developmental disability that affects one in 100 people.

Diagnosises

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Employment

Here you'll find advice for autistic people on looking for a job, as well as information for autistic people in work.

Education

In this section you will find information on education for autistic children. Our guides provide advice for parents/carers and teaching professionals.

Mental health advice and guidance

More guidance, related resources and services

Benefits and money

This section has information about benefits that may be available for autistic people and their families and advice on managing money.

Socialising and relationships

Our guides for autistic adults and their loved ones on family life, tips for making friends, sex education, and more...

Physical health

Find guidance on autism and visits to the doctor, dentist, optician and sleep.

Behaviour

XXX Knowing what causes distressed behaviour can help you to develop ways of dealing with it. You’ll find practical information and tips in this section.

Social care

Find out about the support available for autistic adults and children, and carers.

Strategies and interventions

This section looks at a range of approaches that can support autistic people to reach their full potential.  

Leisure

In this section we look at ways we can make leisure activities more accessible for autistic people.

Criminal Justice

This section offers guidance on how to make the Criminal Justice System experience better for autistic people and their families.

Sensory differences

Here you can find information, tips, and advice for coping with sensory differences.

Autism friendly guides

Guides to help make your business or service more autism friendly

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