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How misunderstanding, systems-generated trauma, and safeguarding practice harmed my family

Monotropism is a neurodiversity-affirming theory of autism, developed by Autistic people, that explains many common Autistic experiences. Parenting as a monotropic Autistic person brings both challenges and strengths.

What does the evidence actually say about paracetamol and autism? An exploration of how misinformation in the media isn't just misleading, but is harmful to Autistic people and their families.

Back in May we submitted a 17-page response to the Autism Act Committee’s call for evidence.  This report was shared with the Committee and has now been published on the Parliament website.  We hope this will help raise awareness of issues affecting Autistic parents specifically, and all Autistic people generally and lead to meaningful change.

Caring for young children can cause sensory overstimulation. This can be challenging for parents, and even more so for Autistic parents who may have heightened sensitivity. Building a ‘village’ to support ourselves and our children can help make sure everyone’s needs are met and enable our families to thrive.

Statement on Autism Research Plans in the USA We are extremely worried by harmful and incorrect messages being spread about Autism by US...

We asked our community: what would true Autism acceptance look like, and how would it change your life?  Here’s what our members said.

Stigma affects all Autistic people and can lead to masking. How does becoming a parent impact on this?

Ideas of how Autistic parents could use specific AI tools to help with executive functioning.

Autistic Parents UK members share what Autistic joy means to them.

While Christmas can be a time of joy for many, for neurodivergent people it can feel overwhelming. There is a shift in pace, sensory...

A summary of social care support for disabled children in England and Wales including the local offer, short breaks and social services.

Exposure anxiety is the "excruciating sense of audience to one’s own existence".

This piece discusses the later impact of childhood trauma and the recovery process, but does not go into details of specific events.

This post was written by Jenni Guthrie and was originally published on Autistic Social Worker . I wrote this reflection following a...

Words and artwork by Becks Harper When I first shared my formal autism diagnosis with friends and family it coincided with a period in...

What is it like to write about autistic experience as an autistic parent?

Latest research into Fabricated or Induced Illness - key findings for autistic parents.

This blog post covers ways to make housework more manageable, suggested by our members, who are all autistic parents themselves.

Trigger Warning: Pregnancy Loss This is the third and final instalment of our peer supporter’s pregnancy diary.