
Social Skills
The Blog
Understanding Autism and Social Interaction
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) brings unique perspectives to social interactions. Rather than seeing these differences as deficits, it's important to recognise and accommodate them.
Embracing Neurodiversity: A New Approach to Teaching Social Skills
Explore the concept of neurodiversity and the importance of adopting a neurodiversity-affirming approach to teaching social skills.
The Power of Rest and Play: A Lesson from Camping
The importance of scheduling time for rest and play, regardless of how busy our lives may be.
My 3 Biggest Social Skills Mistakes
I'd share with you three of the biggest mistakes I've made when it comes to guiding my boys around their social challenges - and what I've learned to do instead.
7 Hacks to Making and Keeping Friends
Making and keeping friends isn't always easy for anyone - but for a teenager with autism or ADHD it can be particularly difficult.
12 Friendly & Easy Ways to Feel more Confident in Any Social Setting
Many people struggle in social settings, but the good news is that the skills you need can easily be taught.
Top 5 Tips for Overwhelmed Parents
My practical tips to say when teenagers are overwhelmed and exhausted and still committed to helping our teens to be happier and our households more harmonious.