Autism spectrum condition (ASC), is the preferred name for what is formally known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASC is not technically a mental health disorder; it is a neurodevelopmental condition. However, as 70% of children with ASC develop at least one co-occurring mental health issue, and 40% of these will develop more than one, early recognition is key.
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Autism spectrum condition (ASC) is the preferred name for what is formally known as autism spectrum disorder (ASD). ASC is not technically a mental health disorder; it is a neurodevelopmental condition.
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Article: Talking to children about mental-health and neurodiversity
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Published: 31st Dec 2022
Updated: 31st May 2026
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Updated: 31st May 2026
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Article: How to talk to your child about mental health
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Published: 14th Jul 2020
Updated: 31st May 2026
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Updated: 31st May 2026
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Article: Fine at school, falling apart at home: autism, masking and PDA
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Published: 17th Apr 2026
Updated: 13th May 2026
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Updated: 13th May 2026
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Article: Beyond the label - navigating Neurodivergence and Mental Health
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Published: 12th Mar 2023
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: The Importance of Early Intervention: My Story of an Adult Diagnosis of Autism
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Published: 15th Jan 2023
Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Updated: 3rd Mar 2026
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Article: What is PDA? (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
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Published: 28th Oct 2023
Updated: 26th Feb 2026
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Updated: 26th Feb 2026
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Published: 17th Feb 2024
Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Published: 5th Feb 2023
Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Updated: 24th Feb 2026
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Published: 5th Feb 2023
Updated: 30th Oct 2025
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Updated: 30th Oct 2025
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Article: Guide to Autism or ASC in children
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Published: 2nd Jun 2025
Updated: 12th Jun 2025
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Updated: 12th Jun 2025
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Published: 12th Nov 2020
Updated: 11th Jun 2025
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Updated: 11th Jun 2025
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Article: What is autism in children?
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Published: 29th Apr 2025
Updated: 1st May 2025
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Updated: 1st May 2025
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Published: 16th Apr 2025
Updated: 29th Apr 2025
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Updated: 29th Apr 2025
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