Autistic people have differences in the way they interact, communicate and experience the world around them.
It is estimated that at least one in every 100 people in the UK is autistic. Traditionally more boys have been diagnosed with autism that girls, however with our understanding of the differences of how autism presents in girls, there are now increased number of girls being diagnosed.
Autism is a lifelong developmental difference causing strengths and difficulties, what is important is adjustments to the environment to make life as comfortable as possible.
For more information, please visit the National Autistic Society website.
The NHS have resources available that you might find useful, click on the links below to access the resources:
- A guide to local and national resources
- What happens during an autism assessment
- Where to get support following an autism diagnosis
- Read more about Autism on MK Children's Health.
If you are concerned about possible autism in young person over the age of 16, please see your GP who can discuss this with you and make a referral if appropriate.
