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Nov 182 min read

Educational Article Round-Up For 2024

We've shared over 20 educational articles (not including general news ) on the Autism Guernsey blog this year. In case you missed any,...

Five Daily Planner Apps for Autistic Adults

Nov 122 min read

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Five Daily Planner Apps for Autistic Adults

Planning our time involves managing appointments, organising tasks, and balancing daily responsibilities and routines—from work meetings...

How Social Scripts Can Help Autistic Adults in the Workplace

Nov 52 min read

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How Social Scripts Can Help Autistic Adults in the Workplace

For many autistic adults, social interactions in the workplace—like knowing what to say in meetings, in an email, or during breaks—can...

Oct 292 min read

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The Benefits of Hiring Autistic People

When we talk about autism in the workplace, the focus is often on providing support and making accommodations. But what we don’t talk...

Autism and Sleep: Why We Struggle and What Can Help

Oct 153 min read

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Autism and Sleep: Why We Struggle and What Can Help

Sleep difficulties are common among autistic children and adults. Research shows that autistic people are more likely to experience...

Autism Myth-Busting: All Autistic People Are Good at Maths

Oct 72 min read

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Autism Myth-Busting: All Autistic People Are Good at Maths

A common myth about autism is that all autistic people are naturally good at maths. While some are, this assumption is misleading and can...

Introducing Personal User Manuals in the Workplace

Sep 93 min read

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Introducing Personal User Manuals in the Workplace

Creating an inclusive and supportive workplace doesn’t have to be complicated. One practical tool that can make a significant difference...

Autism Myth-Busting: Everyone is a Little Bit Autistic

Aug 282 min read

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Autism Myth-Busting: Everyone is a Little Bit Autistic

One of the most common myths about autism is the idea that "everyone is a little bit autistic". While this phrase is often used with...

Your Autistic Identity: Responses from the Autism Guernsey Community Survey

Aug 214 min read

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Your Autistic Identity: Responses from the Autism Guernsey Community Survey

Towards the end of June 2024, we created a questionnaire to explore how autistic adults in the Autism Guernsey community felt about the...

Autism Myth-Busting: Autistic People Don't Feel Emotions or Empathy

Jul 232 min read

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Autism Myth-Busting: Autistic People Don't Feel Emotions or Empathy

One of the most commonly expressed myths about autism is that autistic people don’t feel emotions or empathy. This misconception not only...

The Benefits of Autism Awareness Training for Your Workplace

Jul 153 min read

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The Benefits of Autism Awareness Training for Your Workplace

Creating an inclusive environment is essential in today’s workforce. This means understanding and embracing neurodiversity, including...

Why the Concept of Self-Identity Can Present Challenges for Autistic People

Jun 32 min read

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Why the Concept of Self-Identity Can Present Challenges for Autistic People

Understanding who you are is important for personal growth and social interactions. For autistic people, figuring out their identity can...

Neuro… What Now? (A Short Guide to Neurodiversity Terminology)

May 282 min read

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Neuro… What Now? (A Short Guide to Neurodiversity Terminology)

Language is constantly evolving, and this is especially true when it comes to discussing neurodiversity. The terms we use to describe a...

Autism and Menopause: A Selection of Resources

May 221 min read

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Autism and Menopause: A Selection of Resources

According to Dr Annabeth Groenman , post-doctorate researcher at the University of Amsterdam, there is "a lack of evidence and knowledge...

Supporting Autistic Colleagues and Customers: Communication and Sensory Considerations

May 142 min read

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Supporting Autistic Colleagues and Customers: Communication and Sensory Considerations

In any workplace, understanding and respecting the diverse needs of our colleagues and customers is key to creating an inclusive...

Try This One Thing Next Time You Feel Stressed or Anxious: The Physiological Sigh

Apr 222 min read

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Try This One Thing Next Time You Feel Stressed or Anxious: The Physiological Sigh

Stress and anxiety are common experiences for many of us, but autistic people can encounter these feelings particularly intensely. A...

Thinking About Introducing "Quiet Hours" at Your Shop? Here Are Some Suggestions...

Apr 102 min read

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Thinking About Introducing "Quiet Hours" at Your Shop? Here Are Some Suggestions...

We are delighted to report that a number of local retailers have contacted us for advice on introducing "Quiet Hours" recently, to ensure...

Understanding the Seven Types of Rest (From an Autistic Perspective)

Mar 42 min read

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Understanding the Seven Types of Rest (From an Autistic Perspective)

Rest: we know we need to do it, and often, we know how to do it. It's just sometimes it's really difficult. Especially if you are...

Five Mobile Apps That Just Make Sense (to my Autistic Brain)

Feb 212 min read

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Five Mobile Apps That Just Make Sense (to my Autistic Brain)

It's Martine here, the Education Manager at Autism Guernsey. I write educational articles on the AG blog. Today's article is a bit...

The Stress Bucket: A Visual Way to Understand and Manage Stress

Feb 132 min read

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The Stress Bucket: A Visual Way to Understand and Manage Stress

What do buckets have to do with stress? Quite a bit, it turns out... Understanding The Stress Bucket Imagine carrying a bucket throughout...

Essential Items to Make Travel More Comfortable (When You Are Autistic)

Jan 301 min read

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Essential Items to Make Travel More Comfortable (When You Are Autistic)

Travelling can be challenging for autistic people due to significant sensory and social demands and unfamiliar environments. Carrying...

Six Books About the Lived Experience of Autism for Adults

Jan 92 min read

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Six Books About the Lived Experience of Autism for Adults

Reading books written by autistic people about their personal experience is a great place to start if you want to understand the lived...

Six Simple Workplace Adjustments to Support Autistic Employees

Jan 22 min read

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Six Simple Workplace Adjustments to Support Autistic Employees

Here are six adjustments that could significantly enhance the workplace experience for autistic people.

How to Understand and Manage Your Energy Levels

Dec 11, 20232 min read

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How to Understand and Manage Your Energy Levels

Being autistic in a world designed for neurotypicals is exhausting. From social situations to sensory overload – everything takes a toll....

Do You Need to Recharge Your Battery? 16 Autistic Self-Care Ideas

Nov 27, 20231 min read

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Do You Need to Recharge Your Battery? 16 Autistic Self-Care Ideas

We rarely let the battery on our mobile phones run out. Our personal energy reserves, though—that's another story. This is especially...

How to Make Christmas (Just a Bit More) Autism Friendly: Nine Tips for Non-Autistic People

Nov 22, 20232 min read

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How to Make Christmas (Just a Bit More) Autism Friendly: Nine Tips for Non-Autistic People

We often assume that everyone who celebrates Christmas adores it. After all, what's not to love? Family time, good food, sharing gifts...