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Autism and ADHD
ADHD at a Glance
A short, practical guide to attention deficit hyperactivity disorder: the three groups of signs, the foods and triggers that can make things harder, and simple ways to help.
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Autism and ADHD
Autism Awareness: What is Autism?
A warm explanation of autism in two voices, the heart and the science, and the Triple A Strategy of Awareness, Acceptance and Accommodation.
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For parents
Finding Hope
Walk through your first visit to FOS, from booking a consultation to watching your child play in our observation studio, and see how worry turns into hope.
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For parents
Listening with Love
If you have noticed your little one seems to be in their own world, this guide explains the early signs and the LOVE approach: Listen, Observe, Value and Engage.
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For parents
Love in a Different Light
A heart to heart about meltdowns, judgement and compassion. Learn to see sensory overwhelm instead of "bad behaviour", and how the Triple A Strategy builds kinder communities.
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Schools and SEN
Picking the Right School for Your SEN Child
From years as head of admissions at an inclusive Lagos school: the key questions to ask, the answers to expect and how to build a strong partnership with your child's teachers.
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