Autistic adolescents possess exceptional qualities that make them excellent friends. Their attributes include loyalty, honesty, dependability, compassion, integrity, social justice, open-mindedness, and a great sense of humor. However, the challenge lies in understanding the friendship expectations of their non-autistic peers.

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.

Explore the concept of neurodiversity and the importance of adopting a neurodiversity-affirming approach to teaching social skills.

The importance of scheduling time for rest and play, regardless of how busy our lives may be.

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.

Making and keeping friends isn't always easy for anyone - but for a teenager with autism or ADHD it can be particularly difficult.

Many people struggle in social settings, but the good news is that the skills you need can easily be taught.

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.