The author Hawkes and Rodi begin with an introduction into the science behind meltdowns and tantrums. Explaining them at a deeper level to help parents have a better understanding of meltdown and tantrums and how to effectively manage them. They show that children with autism have a naturally heightened level of awareness. This means that …
For most people, getting the recommended amount of sleep per night is no challenge and the occasional late night rarely has a long-term impact. However, for autistic children and their parents, bedtimes can be difficult and can put a strain on the health and wellbeing of the whole household. Studies have shown that approximately 80% …
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We at Spectra like to listen to your comments and we do take on board all that you tell us. We are also interested in products you would like to see us stock. The first piece of news is that we now stock some new socks. The socks are not 100% seamless, so please keep …
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Watch Spectra Sensory director Meta Auden interview with NVTV. NVTV, also known as Northern Visions Television, is a local community television station based in the city of Belfast. Spectra Sensory Clothing is a Belfast based apparel manufacturer and distributor creating a school/casual line of clothing for young people with autism/sensory conditions. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjuHhHhIow0 Our autistic clothing varies …
When Belfast woman Meta Auden’s daughter was growing up, she realised that little Kirsty had sensory issues with clothes. She tells Stephanie Bell how she decided to set up her own business to help others get clothing for autistic children. A big-hearted Belfast mum has developed a range of clothing for children with autism after …
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Worrying about paying for autism clothing? Government targets to have children to have an assessment and statement of special needs within 34 weeks could be at risk unless another £30m of funding is made available, according to evidence given to Department of Education officials. Ricky Irwin was giving evidence to the Assembly Committee for Education …
If you are reading this I am so thankful that you decided to read ‘Kelly’s Autism Story‘, and wanted you to maybe have a look at a little part of our world and the joys of raising a child with non-verbal autism. I was asked to write a little piece on the reality of raising …
Are you waiting for an adult autism diagnosis. The Health Minister, Robin Swann, has revealed that more than 603 adults are waiting for over a year for autism diagnosis. Mr Swann was answering an Assembly Written Question from South Down SDLP MLA, Colin McGrath, who also revealed that in total 1,101 were currently waiting for …
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Ever considered Weighted Clothing? As a parent or guardian of a child with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) or Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you’ll know only too well the distress and discomfort that clothing can cause your child. Trying to find clothing that doesn’t upset your child or cause their skin irritation can be, on occasion, …
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Anxiety is, unfortunately, a part of ‘normal’ life and it’s something that everyone experiences at some stage in life, but children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can experience anxiety more intensely and more often than other children. In fact, anxiety is estimated to affect at least 40% of autistic individuals and is a prevalent problem …