As the summer holidays draw to a close and young people across the UK prepare to transition back to school or start at a new school, many will be feeling anxious or stressed ahead of the new term. This is especially true for young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), many of whom often struggle with change, as ‘difficulties with transition’ may present as a symptom of their diagnosis.

Article originally published by Northampton Chronicle & Echo...

GCSE results day is a significant and often positive event for many young people and those around them that have supported them through exams. It can also of course be a stressful event for some and may, trigger feelings of anxiety or disappointment which may be difficult to manage, particularly for young people with additional or complex needs.