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May 29

New Study: Families’ Experiences of the Low Arousal Approach

A recent study from Studio 3 practitioners and associates looked at the impact the Low Arousal Approach in family contexts.

May 29

Stress as a Transaction: Why Understanding Stress is Essential When Working with Children in Schools

Why is it essential to understand the transaction of stress between children with autism and other diagnoses, parents, and school staff?

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.

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.

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.

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

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

May 3, 2023

Book Review: Championing Your Autistic Teen at Secondary School

Book review of 'Championing Your Autistic Teen at Secondary School' by Debby Elley and Gareth D Morewood (2022)

Mar 29, 2023

Lived Experience of Restraint - Children in Schools

This short educational video describes the real, lived experience of a young person who has witnessed physical restraint in a school setting

Jan 30, 2023

Overcoming Self-Injury: A Short Film

An educational video performed by an actor based on the real lived experiences of individuals Studio 3 has supported through...

Jan 30, 2023

Book Review: ‘Nurturing Your Autistic Young Person' by Cathy Wassell

New from Jessica Kingsley Publishers, Cathy Wassell’s guide for parents and carers provides insight not only into the diagnostic process...

Oct 12, 2022

Practitioner Article: Restraint and Seclusion in Irish and UK Schools

The following extract from a recent practitioner article from key Studio 3 practitioners highlights the growing issue of restrictive...

May 20, 2021

Bespoke LASER Training

Online and bespoke LASER training for settings that require a tailored approach.

May 20, 2021

Physical Interventions: Reducing Restrictive Practices in Schools Using the LASER Approach

This extract describes how the LASER Programme approaches the difficult topic of reducing physical interventions in schools.

Oct 29, 2020

Learning from Lockdown: Imagining the Future

In August, Studio 3 held a free web conference for families on Learning from Lockdown, and how the Covid-19 restrictions had impacted them.

Oct 29, 2020

Book Review: 'The Ice-Cream Sundae Guide to Autism'

A review of 'The Ice-Cream Sundae Guide to Autism' by Debby Elley and Tori Houghton.