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MAKING SENSE OF AUTISM
TALK 1: AN OVERVIEW OF AUTISM
Understanding Autism Through a New Lens
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder, and what does it actually mean for a child and their
family?
This introductory session provides a comprehensive overview of autism, helping parents, educators and professionals develop a deeper understanding of what autism is—and what it isn’t. Rather than focusing solely on diagnostic criteria, we explore autism as a unique way of experiencing, processing and interacting with the world.
Participants will learn about the core characteristics of autism, including differences in communication, social interaction, sensory processing, flexibility and behaviour. We also discuss the concept of neurodiversity and why autistic children may present very differently from one another despite sharing the same diagnosis.
This session aims to replace fear and uncertainty with understanding and confidence.
Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis or seeking a deeper understanding of a child already in your life, this talk provides the foundation needed to make sense of everything that follows.
In this session, you will learn:
• What Autism Spectrum Disorder actually is
• Common characteristics of autism
• How autism may present differently across children
• The concept of neurodiversity
• Common strengths associated with autism
• Why understanding autism changes the way we support children
Because understanding always comes before effective support.
MAKING SENSE OF AUTISM
TALK 1: AN OVERVIEW OF AUTISM
Understanding Autism Through a New Lens
What is Autism Spectrum Disorder, and what does it actually mean for a child and their
family?
This introductory session provides a comprehensive overview of autism, helping parents, educators and professionals develop a deeper understanding of what autism is—and what it isn’t. Rather than focusing solely on diagnostic criteria, we explore autism as a unique way of experiencing, processing and interacting with the world.
Participants will learn about the core characteristics of autism, including differences in communication, social interaction, sensory processing, flexibility and behaviour. We also discuss the concept of neurodiversity and why autistic children may present very differently from one another despite sharing the same diagnosis.
This session aims to replace fear and uncertainty with understanding and confidence.
Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis or seeking a deeper understanding of a child already in your life, this talk provides the foundation needed to make sense of everything that follows.
In this session, you will learn:
• What Autism Spectrum Disorder actually is
• Common characteristics of autism
• How autism may present differently across children
• The concept of neurodiversity
• Common strengths associated with autism
• Why understanding autism changes the way we support children
Because understanding always comes before effective support.