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Have you noticed people wearing a green lanyard covered in bright yellow sunflowers? You may have seen them at the airport, in shopping centres, on public transport or even at school — and wondered what they mean. 

Sunflower Lanyards are a simple but powerful way for people to quietly signal that they have a hidden disability and may need a little...


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Flexible thinking is the ability to adapt when things don’t go to plan — to cope with change, consider different ideas, and move forward when routines shift or expectations aren’t met. For many children, especially those who thrive on predictability, flexible thinking doesn’t come naturally. And that’s okay.


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If your child is experiencing back-to-school nerves, you’re not alone. The start of a new school year can bring excitement, worry, and lots of big feelings, especially with new teachers, classrooms, peers and routines. Preparing ahead can help children feel safer, more confident, and ready to learn in their own way.

There are a few key ways you can ease the transition ...


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The transition from school into the workforce is a big step for any young person. For adolescents who need additional support, the process can feel even more overwhelming –  from figuring out where to start, to managing the demands of a workplace once they’re in.

And it can be an equally daunting experience for parents. What happens in a workplace is so far out of...


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The teenage years can be a rollercoaster for any young person — more independence, changing friendships, new expectations at school, and hormones thrown into the mix. For autistic teens, these transitions can feel even more intense.

Mental health can sometimes take a hit during this stage, not because of autism itself, but because of the demands of the world around the...


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