SUPPORTING CHILDREN WHO HAVE AUTISM
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for Children
We offer tailored support services, including behavioural therapy, social skills training, and occupational therapy, designed to enhance your child’s development and quality of life. With our expert guidance and compassionate care, we help you navigate the complexities of Autism, ensuring your child receives the best possible support to thrive.
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Understanding the Spectrum of Strengths and Challenges for autism in children
Common Autism Symptoms in children
At Sanctum Healthcare, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive care for children on the Autistic Spectrum. Autism is a developmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction and behaviour. Children with Autism often exhibit a wide range of strengths and challenges that make each individual unique.
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Sensory overwhelm and underwhelm
Teenagers with autism may experience sensory processing differences. They can be overwhelmed by specific sensory experiences, like certain fabric textures, loud noises, or food textures, leading to sensory overload. They may also exhibit under-responsiveness to sensory stimuli, such as wearing inappropriate clothing for the weather or not reacting to pain. Additionally, they often engage in stimming, repetitive movements or noises like hand clapping, hand flapping, rocking or throat clearing.
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Sleep complicates autism
Many individuals with autism experience sleep problems, including resisting bedtime, trouble falling asleep, frequent night waking, restless sleep, early morning waking and parasomnias like nightmares and sleepwalking. They may also have sleep disorders such as insomnia and sleep apnea. These issues affect 50-80% of children, half of adolescents, and nearly 80% of adults with autism.
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Disordered eating adds further complexity
Autistic individuals with ARFID face severe sensory sensitivities, anxiety around food, and rigid eating routines, making treatment challenging. They are also at higher risk for anorexia and bulimia, particularly in females, due to anxiety during adolescence. Additionally, some may develop pica, eating non-food items, posing serious health risks. Early recognition and support are crucial.
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Why assessing Autism matters in children
Diagnosing Children with Autism
Challenges in Autism diagnosis
While Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often diagnosed in childhood, some cases may not be immediately identified. Early diagnosis is crucial for understanding your child's needs and accessing appropriate support.
Subtle Presentation of Autism
In children, Autism can manifest in various ways, including challenges with social interactions, communication difficulties and sensory sensitivities. These symptoms can impact your child's daily interactions and development.
Co-Occurring Conditions with Autism & ADHD
Children with Autism may also experience co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, ADHD or sensory processing disorders. These additional conditions can complicate the diagnostic process and require thorough evaluation.
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Our Autism Assessments for Children
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Our key ASSESSMENTS AND SUPPORT for children with autism
Autism Assessments available online & face to face
Child Autism Assessment
Our Autism assessments for children help you to uncover the challenges and strengths that Autism brings in children
Child Female Specific Autism Assessment
We have Female Specific Autism assessments ages (11-18) to help your child to uncover the challenges and strengths that Autism brings.
Combined Assessment for Children
Our combined assessments incorporates all elements of the ADHD and Autism assessment pathways for ages from (11-18).
START YOUR CHILD'S AUTISM JOURNEY WITH SANCTUM HEALTHCARE
The next steps to having an Autism consultation
Get in touch about your child's autism
Reach out to our team to start your Autism journey, ask questions and find new ways to manage with Autism.
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Get In TouchGet an Autism Diagnosis for your child
Our experts provide comprehensive evaluations to determine how Autism may be impacting your life.
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Explore evidence-based treatment options and supportive strategies for your child to thrive with Autism.
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Frequently Asked Questions about autism IN Children
Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Children
Early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in children can include limited eye contact, delayed speech development, lack of interest in social interactions, repetitive behaviours, and heightened sensitivity to sensory stimuli. Recognising these symptoms early is crucial for timely intervention. At Sanctum Healthcare, our comprehensive assessments are designed to identify these early signs, enabling us to provide effective support and tailored intervention strategies.
Diagnosing Autism in children involves a detailed evaluation process that includes behavioural observations, developmental history, and standardised assessments. Our multidisciplinary team at Sanctum Healthcare collaborates closely with parents and educators to ensure an accurate diagnosis, considering the unique presentations of Autism in children. This thorough approach allows us to create personalised support plans that cater to your child’s specific needs.
Support and treatment for children with Autism typically include behavioural interventions, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy. Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is a widely used approach that helps improve social, communication, and daily living skills. At Sanctum Healthcare, we provide a holistic treatment plan tailored to each child’s needs, focusing on enhancing their quality of life and helping them achieve their full potential.
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Feedback From our happy patients
I cannot thank Sanctum enough! The whole process was Professionally carried out from my first enquiry to my diagnosis. The team were informative and guided myself and my partner in a sensitive and understanding manner throughout the whole process.
Audrey Eastwood
It took less than 30 days for a diagnosis, without this and the treatment received I have no idea where we would be now. I would highly recommend, all the staff are lovely and truly helped us. Thank you all so much.
Sally Brett
Sanctum healthcare have been exceptional in the service and care provided, they are professional, friendly, knowledgeable and most importantly understanding. They went above and beyond to ensure I felt heard, the diagnosis process was extremely thorough, and I was offered a clear treatment plan.
Becky Ash
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Quality Led By Passion
Sanctum has been established since 2019 and is led by our founder Dr Raffi who has experience spanning over 2 decades. Neurodiversity isn't just a job for us, it's our passion.
Our Approach to Autism
We don't just give you the answer, we don't just show you the working out, we educate you so that you are empowered to manage yourself in the longer term and aren't reliant on services.
We understand Autism
We have read every book and piece of research and have years of clinical experience, but what gives us the true badge of expert is being neurodiverse ourselves or as parents of neurodiverse children.
