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Feb 17
Workplace Sensory Breaks: Why They Matter and How to Implement Them
Photo by Bethany Legg on Unsplash Workplaces can be overwhelming for autistic people, with sensory challenges ranging from bright lights...
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Feb 10
Autism and Relationships: A Selection of Resources
Photo by Iga Palacz on Unsplash Romantic relationships can be both exciting and challenging, regardless of the blend of neurotypes...
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Feb 3
Burnout vs. Autistic Burnout: Understanding the Differences
Photo by Parth Natani on Unsplash Burnout is a fairly well-known concept, but autistic burnout is a distinct experience that requires...
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Jan 27
Autism Myth-Busting: You Can "Grow Out" of Autism
Image by Edward Howell via Unsplash One common misconception about autism is that it’s something you can “grow out” of. This myth can be...
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Jan 21
12 Tools to Keep in Your Emotional Toolbox
An emotional toolbox is a set of strategies, tools, or techniques that you can use to manage, process, and cope with emotions. It is a...
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Jan 13
Guest Post: Autism and Alcohol
This guest blog post is written by Rachel (not her real name). We asked Rachel to write a piece for the AG blog sharing her lived...
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Nov 18, 2024
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,...
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Nov 12, 2024
Five Daily Planner Apps for Autistic Adults
Planning our time involves managing appointments, organising tasks, and balancing daily responsibilities and routines—from work meetings...
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Nov 5, 2024
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...
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Oct 29, 2024
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...
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Oct 15, 2024
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...
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Oct 7, 2024
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...
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Sep 9, 2024
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...
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Aug 28, 2024
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...
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Aug 21, 2024
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...
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Jul 23, 2024
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...
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Jul 15, 2024
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...
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Jun 3, 2024
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...
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May 28, 2024
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...
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May 22, 2024
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...
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