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Reliable information on the autism spectrum (ASD). We help parents understand neurodiversity, recognise their child’s individual needs, and choose effective forms of therapy and everyday communication that will make life easier for the whole family.
Autism is a complex issue, and the subject is attracting increasing interest amongst both parents and professionals working with children and adults. More and more children are being referred to specialist clinics on the suspicion that their development is different, with the child’s difficulties being particularly evident in social interactions, communication or behavioural patterns. This […]
Asperger’s syndrome – an autism spectrum disorder Asperger’s syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder classified within the autism spectrum, characterised by a different pattern of social and communicative development. It is not a disease in the medical sense, but rather a different pattern of brain development. The term derives from the name of the Austrian paediatrician […]
Autism and ADHD are two neurodevelopmental disorders which, despite having different diagnostic criteria, can often occur together and co-occur in the same person. Modern diagnosis and in-depth assessment are making it increasingly possible to distinguish between their characteristic symptoms and to identify instances where they may occur together or overlap in the functioning of children […]
Stimming, or self-stimulatory behaviours, is a phenomenon commonly observed in people on the autism spectrum and in those with various neurodevelopmental disorders. Although it is most commonly associated with autism, it can also occur in people with ADHD, during periods of high emotional arousal, and even in situations typical of everyday life, such as clicking […]
What is Rett syndrome? Rett syndrome is one of the most frequently described rare and specific neurodevelopmental disorders affecting girls. In the literature, it is also referred to as Rett or Rett syndrome and belongs to the group of serious genetic disorders. Typically, Rett syndrome occurs in children who initially develop normally, but later experience […]
Autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects the way a person perceives the world, interacts with others and processes information. Nowadays, we talk about the autism spectrum, as symptoms and the level of support required can vary greatly. There is still a lack of reliable information on this subject, which is why many myths hinder […]
Speech is not just about words and a rich vocabulary, but also about the way we say them. The pace, intonation, stress, rhythm and modulation of our voice enable the listener to understand our intentions and emotions. This is precisely the area that prosody deals with. In the context of neurodiversity, such as autism, this […]
Hyperfixation is a phenomenon that is increasingly being discussed in the context of mental health and neurodiversity. Although it is sometimes confused with passion, commitment or high motivation, it actually operates on a different mechanism and can significantly affect day-to-day functioning. For some people, it is a source of satisfaction and a sense of purpose; […]
Heller’s syndrome, also known as childhood disintegrative disorder, is one of the rarest and most dramatic developmental disorders. It is characterised by the sudden loss of previously acquired skills in a child who had been developing normally during the first few years of life. Due to its rapid onset and profound regression in functioning, this […]
The autism spectrum refers to a variety of ways of developing and functioning, which may be associated with different needs, experiences and ways of communicating and perceiving the world. It is a lifelong neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interactions, sensory processing and behaviour. This means that a person on the autism spectrum may have […]
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