On this page you can find lots of information and resources on Health matters relating to Autism. Including What is Autism? Getting a Diagnosis, What is Aspergers Syndrome? Information on Paediatricians, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), Speech and Language Therapy (SALT) and Occupational Therapy (OT).

There are other resources coming including Information Sheets on related disorders such as ADHD, Dyslexia, Learning Disabilities, Fragile X and more.  If you would like to contribute any information to this page then please feel free to contact us

What is Autism?
Getting a Diagnosis
What is Aspergers Syndrome?
ADHD
Paediatricians
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT)
Occupational Therapy (OT)

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What is Autism?

• Click here to read about Autism on our What Is Autism? Information Sheet
• Click here to find out more about Autism from The National Autistic Society
• Click here to find out more about Autism from Mencap
• Click here to find out more about Autism from Oaasis

Getting a Diagnosis

• Click here to read about diagnosis on our Autism Diagnosis Information Sheet
• Click here to find out more about the process for children from The National Autistic Society
• Click here to find out more about the professionals involved from The National Autistic Society
• Click here to find out more about its effect on the family from the National Autistic Society

What is Aspergers Syndrome?

• Click here to find out more about Asperger’s from The National Autistic Society

ADHD

• Click here to read about ADHD on our Information Sheet

Paediatricians

Paediatrics is a medical speciality that manages medical conditions affecting babies, children and young people.

Paediatricians look at specific health issues, diseases and disorders related to stages of growth and development. This is an area of medicine where the doctor works with the patient and their family.

You can find your local paediatrician through our directory.

‘Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services’ (CAMHS)

Part of the NHS and accessible to all people under the age of 18 who are living with mental health disorders and learning disabilities.

CAMHS aims to improve the emotional wellbeing and psychological health of children and young people via diagnosis, accessing therapies and information, advice and support.

• Click here to read our CAMHS Information Sheet

You can find your local CAMHS team through our directory.

Speech and Language Therapy (SALT)

Speech and language therapists are allied health professionals working with children and adults within the NHS. They work in collaboration with individuals and their parents/carers to manage disorders of speech, language, communication and swallowing.

You can find your local SALT team through our directory.

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Occupational Therapy (OT)

Occupational therapists work with individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations to facilitate health, well-being and justice through engagement in occupation. Occupational therapists help their clients work towards a more independent life with the feeling of accomplishment.

You can find your local OT through our directory.