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Understanding autism and the unique challenges around food
Understanding Autism and the Unique Challenges Around Food This article is based around my own experience and from talking to other...
mandycook2021
Dec 3, 20233 min read
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Understanding Autism: The challenges of eye contact
When discussing the complexities of Autism, many aspects can be challenging to comprehend for those who don’t experience it. One such...
mandycook2021
Dec 2, 20232 min read
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Autism and sensitivity to sound
Written by - The Autistic Teacher Sensitivity to Sound Many Autistic people have sensory differences. These can fluctuate and are unique...
mandycook2021
Dec 1, 20232 min read
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Exploring the connection between autism and animals
As an autistic individual, I, The Autistic Teacher, have always felt a profound connection with animals. It wasn't until recently that I...
mandycook2021
Nov 28, 20232 min read
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Internal experiences of Autism
Internal Experiences of Autism: A Perspective from The Autistic Teacher Autism is often associated with traits that are seen on the...
mandycook2021
Nov 27, 20233 min read
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Managing autism during the Christmas Season
As penned by The Autistic Teacher, the Christmas season, though a time of joy and celebration, can also bring about numerous challenges...
mandycook2021
Nov 26, 20233 min read
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What is Autism?
Diversity in Human Nature We are all different and that is a beautiful thing. Some differences are visible while some are invisible. The...
mandycook2021
Nov 26, 20231 min read
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How can I support an autistic individual?
Supporting autistic individuals involves understanding their unique needs and providing a supportive environment that allows them to...
mandycook2021
Nov 26, 20232 min read
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Understanding and Empowering Autistic Individuals
In today's blog post, we will explore some of the meaningful ways to interact with autistic individuals, providing insight into their...
mandycook2021
Nov 20, 20232 min read
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Understanding Ableism: An insight by The Autistic Teacher
Ableism is a term that has been widely discussed but often misunderstood. The Autistic Teacher, an advocate for neurodivergent...
mandycook2021
Nov 19, 20232 min read
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Understanding Prosopagnosia (face blindness)
What is Prosopagnosia? Prosopagnosia, also known as face blindness, is a condition where an individual struggles to recognise people's...
mandycook2021
Nov 15, 20232 min read
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Understanding Autism:The impact of bright lights
Autism affects many people in various ways. Some of the effects are well known, while others, such as the impact of bright lights, are...
mandycook2021
Nov 14, 20232 min read
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Creating an Inclusive Classroom: Insights from the Autistic Teacher
Education is one of the most powerful tools at our disposal. It has the potential to transform lives, empower individuals, and shape the...
mandycook2021
Nov 12, 20233 min read
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Understanding ‘Special Needs’ and ‘Additional Needs’: A Call for more Inclusive Language
By: The Autistic Teacher In the sphere of education and society at large, we often encounter terms like "special needs" and "additional...
mandycook2021
Nov 12, 20232 min read
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Autism and Clothing
Our sensory differences can affect the clothes that we wear. However, every autistic person is different and and clothing choices will be...
mandycook2021
Nov 5, 20232 min read
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Unique Brilliance of Autism: A Perspective from The Autistic Teacher
Autism is often associated with a host of challenges and difficulties, primarily due to the way society perceives and understands this...
mandycook2021
Nov 5, 20232 min read
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