Tag: Global Development Foundation (GDF)

  • Understanding Routines and Transitions for Autistic Children

    Understanding Routines and Transitions for Autistic Children

    Routines and transitions play a central role in the emotional and psychological well-being of autistic children. For many children on the autism spectrum, predictability provides a sense of safety and control in a world that can often feel overwhelming and unpredictable. From a psychological perspective, difficulties with changes in routine and transitions are not behavioural…

  • Autism and Employment: Creating Opportunities for Adults on the Spectrum

    Autism and Employment: Creating Opportunities for Adults on the Spectrum

    Employment is more than a means of financial independence; it is closely linked to identity, self-worth, social inclusion, and psychological well-being. For adults on the autism spectrum, however, accessing and sustaining meaningful employment remains a significant challenge. Despite having valuable skills, unique cognitive strengths, and strong work ethics, autistic adults experience disproportionately high rates of…