Autism affects how a person communicates with and relates to other people. It also affects how they make sense of the world around them.
It is a spectrum condition, which means that while all people with autism share certain difficulties, their condition will impact each of them in different ways. Some people are able to live relatively independent lives but others may have co-occurring differences and need a lifetime of specialist support. People who are on the Autistic Spectrum may also experience over-or under-sensitivity to sounds, touch, tastes, smells, light and colours.
Early intervention, education and support are critical in enabling children, teens and adults with autism to lead fulfilling lives. Let’s ask ourselves ”How might this be affecting their lives and what can we do to help?”
First of all it is important to understand how being Autistic is impacting their lives. What does it mean to them and not just the negatives but the positives too. What accommodations can be made to help support them? How can we adapt the environment, human and the physical space so it works with their autism? Inclusivity, understanding and celebrating the unique qualities of being on the spectrum is how we can move forwards positively.
For parents needing some support in the early years The Little Explorers Activity Club has created an online e-booklet. Link below
Online Support – The Little Explorers Activity Club CIC
To learn more we recommend the Open University Understanding Autism course
Iris Grace Painting 
She is an astonishing, thought-provoking little girl. Her paintings remind me of the Waldorf aesthetic, ethereal and sensitive.
Raining Cats is Brilliant!
i love these pictures! how gorgeous. you are very blessed as parents. your daughter is so gifted and beautiful:) oh and i love your cat too :))
There is no need to post this comment but it might help other parents of autistic children Since your child may have been seen by every kind of medical specialist I may seem naive. I have a friend with a similar daighter except for the painting .This adorable lovely girl couldnt talk and was very hostile to her loving parents. I had heard ot Omega 3 for children and suggested it ..I was amazed that none of their specialists had suggested this. I have absolutely no connection with any vitamin company but am interested in vitamins supplements etc The father phoned me after a few weeks and asked me round ..his daughter was transformed into a talkative showing off very clever girl very affectionate girl..Omega 3 for children is available from any Boots or Tesco..its not expensive..I you havent tried this I urge you to try it and if sadly it doesnt work for your child tell others in fact all children what this stuff does..I dont think it will change your daughters painting abilities indeed it may enhance them..My best wishes..Incidentally I have written this kind of letter before to people and had rather nasty replies as if I am selling something I am only reporting what I know…I am 79 and look and feel about fifty ..My best wishes to your beautiful and talented daughter