Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong developmental condition. It affects how people behave and interact with the world around them.

Every autistic person is unique. No two share common behaviours and need different levels of support.

Autism can be diagnosed in people of all ages, all cultural backgrounds and economic status. ASD usually starts in infancy but it may sometimes be noticeable at 18 months or later. In other cases, ASD is only noticed much later in life.

With growing knowledge of the condition with every passing day, therapy always helps. For those along the functional end of the spectrum especially, therapy increases positive feelings such as compassion and reduces negative behaviour like self harm. It teaches skills to  handle difficult situations, make healthy decisions and set goals. The aim of therapy is to increase self-awareness and build self-reliance.