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Nov 16, 2023

Pain Compliance and the Judge Rotenberg Education Center: Campaigning for Better Practice

This article will look briefly at the long history of abusive practices at the Judge Rotenberg Center and electric shock treatment.

Nov 16, 2023

The Saturation Model and the Low Arousal Approach for Inclusion in Schools

In this article, we will explain what the Saturation Model is, and how it operates in conjunction with the Low Arousal Approach.

Nov 16, 2023

Book Review: ‘So, I’m Autistic’ by Sarah O’Brien

In this book, Sarah provides information, guidance and advice for newly diagnosed or questioning teens and young people.

Nov 16, 2023

Understanding the Studio 3 Approach to Physical Interventions - Terminology

This article is the first in a series of discussions around physical interventions training in the crisis management industry.

Nov 16, 2023

The Evolution of the Low Arousal Approach

Professor Andrew McDonnell provides a timeline of the evolution of the Low Arousal Approach to crisis management.

Aug 21, 2023

Practitioner Article: 'Autistic Women and Self-Injury'

This extract is from a recent practitioner article on women on the autism spectrum and self-injury, and how to support coping.

Aug 21, 2023

Autism Understood: A New Resource from Spectrum Gaming

The team at Spectrum Gaming talks about their new website, Autism Understood, a resource for autistic young people and adults.

Aug 21, 2023

Good and Bad Autism Assessments: What to Look For

Professor Andrew McDonnell shares some key things to consider when seeking an autism diagnosis or assessment.

Aug 21, 2023

Book Review: ‘Untypical’ by Pete Wharmby

In this article, Studio 3 reviews Pete Wharmby’s 2022 publication, 'Untypical.'

Aug 21, 2023

“If All You have is a Hammer”: Some Thoughts on Diagnostic Overshadowing

Diagnostic overshadowing occurs when everything a person does is understood only through the lens of that diagnosis.

Jun 29, 2023

Studio 3 Training in Ireland: Updates

Principal Trainer Paul Phillips discusses Studio 3 Training in Ireland, including Train the Trainer, Atlass, and CPD.

Jun 29, 2023

Book Review: ‘Speechless’ by Fiacre Ryan

Review of 'Speechless' by Fiacre Ryan, a collection of non-fiction writing and poetry from his perspective as a non-verbal autistic man.

Jun 29, 2023

Introducing the Newest Member of the Studio 3 Ireland Team

Introducing the newest member of our Studio 3 Ireland team, Raymi Doyle, who is a psychotherapist working within a trauma-informed framework

Jun 29, 2023

Clinical Services: Studio 3 Ireland

Studio 3 practitioner Mary Maher gives an account of the clinical services such as individualised support for families available in Ireland

Jun 29, 2023

Meet the Trainer: Keri Dickson on Low Arousal Training

Studio 3 Low Arousal Trainer Keri Dickson discusses Low Arousal Online Training, available every Friday.

Jun 29, 2023

Hello from the Team at Studio 3 Kerry

Studio 3 Kerry is a team of practitioners based in Ireland who provide psychological support, clinical services and coaching.

May 3, 2023

Research in Education: Improving Provision for Pupils with Special Education Needs and Disabilities

In this article, we would like to highlight some recent research and their findings in the area of education. Firstly, we look at the...

May 3, 2023

Family Perspectives on Education

In this article, two families share their experiences of education and applying the Low Arousal Approach with young people, and the...

May 3, 2023

Upcoming Events in Education

Below are a series of events occurring in the next few months which we would like to highlight for families and professionals interested...

May 3, 2023

The SEMH Handbook: How Local Authorities are Supporting Inclusion

This article discusses the SEMH Handbook by BDSIP for mainstream school settings to support inclusion and provide SEND provision