Autism

Autism is a lifelong, developmental disability that affects how a person communicates with and relates to
other people, and how they experience the world around them.

Around one in one hundred people in the UK are on the autism spectrum. Autism is often diagnosed alongside other conditions.

Practical advice

Making music with young people on the Autistic spectrum – Sound Connections

Blog

Why isn’t everybody talking about music and autism? - Autism Network
Engaging pupils with an ASD – Q&A with specialist teacher - The Audience Agency

Video

How music helps a seven year old cope with Autism - BBC

Explore further

National Autistic Society resources for teachers - National Autistic Society
How does a child experience autism? - BBC Guide
Helping children & adults with autism get better sleep - Tuck Sleep

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