Guides and Resources

Neuro-affirming guides and signposting, gathered from my own work and from Autistic-led organisations, researchers and creators. Choose a guide below to find out more.

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Content Index

Search everything on Autistic Realms, from guides and blogs to resources, all in one place.

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Support and Crisis Lines

Crisis lines, text and chat support, BSL and LGBTQIA+ helplines, and Autistic-led community groups.

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Being Autistic and Eating

The sensory, emotional and practical sides of eating, with gentle, neuro-affirming support.

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Community Signposting

Autistic-led organisations, support services and resources to help you find the right support.

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Menopause and Peri-Menopause

Resources and research on Autistic experiences of menopause and peri-menopause.

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Play

Autistic play, monotropism and joy, with ideas and signposting for families and educators.

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Burnout

Neuro-affirming support for understanding, recovering from and preventing Autistic burnout.

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Education

Neuro-affirming resources for schools, educators and families.

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Monotropism

Resources and signposting on monotropism, a way of understanding Autistic attention and flow.

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Being Autistic

Everything I have written about being Autistic, from identity and community to everyday support.

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Recommended Reading

A reading list of neuro-affirming books, many by Autistic and neurodivergent authors.

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Glossary and Language

Neuro-affirming language and glossaries, and why the words we use matter.

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Neuro-Affirming FlashCards

Catherine Flynn’s free Neurofriendly Therapy glossary flashcards.

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Family Support Courses

Neuro-affirming courses for parents, carers and professionals supporting Autistic young people.

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Find Community

Autistic-led organisations, charities and social media accounts to follow.

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Affiliate Organisations

Kieran Rose, The Autistic Advocate: training and courses I recommend as an affiliate.

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