The ticking clock: why we must act now for the autumn 2026 school transition
Parents of autistic year 4/5 children must act now for the Sept 2026 secondary school transition. Early diagnosis and an EHCP are critical to prevent crisis. Learn More
A stitch in time or a lifetime of scars? The urgent case for early autism assessment
Exploring the need for early child autism assessments to prevent a lifetime of scars from misdiagnosis and creating a ‘stitch in time’ for a child with autism. Learn More
The Devastating Impact of Missed Autism Diagnoses: A Look at the St. George’s House Report
Understanding the crisis of Fabricated or Induced Illness (FII) allegations and its profound connection to undiagnosed autism. Here at Help for Psychology, we are dedicated to providing the highest standards of care and support for children and families. A crucial part of this commitment is staying at the forefront of our field’s latest research and discussions. That’s why we...Learn More
Diagnostic concerns and revisions to the DSM 5
Since the launch in March 2022 of the updated DSM-5 (now known as the DSM-5-TR), we have received a number of enquiries from people concerned about changes to the DSM-5 Autism diagnostic criteria. For those who are not aware, the DSM, (which stands for Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders), is the guideline where the criteria for diagnosing Autism are written down. The DSM is...Learn More