What’s Autism, Mummy?

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By Admin
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05, Jun, 2025
What’s Autism, Mummy?
We’d love to share this wonderful video on autism, created by the Amazing Things Project. It’s a gentle and engaging way to introduce children to the topic of autism and can be a great conversation starter for parents at home or teachers in the classroom.
Autism is a lifelong developmental difference that affects how a person communicates, relates to others, and experiences the world around them. It’s more common than many people realise, with around 1 in 100 people in the UK diagnosed with the condition.
In many ways, autistic people are just like everyone else—we all eat, sleep, breathe, have our likes and dislikes, and experience life’s ups and downs. But for autistic people, the way they experience the world can sometimes feel very different.
Things that many of us find straightforward—like chatting to a friend or taking a walk in the park—can feel much more challenging or overwhelming for someone with autism. And while you or I might bite our nails, look at the ground, or clench our fists when we’re anxious, autistic people may comfort themselves in different ways, such as watching the wheels on a toy car spin, flapping their hands, or sometimes even banging their head.
These differences do not mean that autistic people are broken or less capable. Instead, they highlight the many unique ways people experience and interact with the world.
We encourage you to watch and share this video—it’s a fantastic tool for raising awareness, building empathy, and sparking positive conversations about autism. 🌍 Explore more resources at Amazing Things Happen