A Fast Explanation Of The Difference Between ADHD And Autism

School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton

04/04/21 • 25 min

Want to understand - in simple, clear terms - the real difference between ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) and ASD (autism spectrum disorder)? Especially as more children are entering are classrooms with a diagnosis?

Understanding how these two conditions affect students is key to helping them manage their emotions and behaviour. So in this episode we’ve condensed and simplified everything you need to know, giving you the knowledge you need to support the pupils in your classroom.

Important links:

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Download other FREE behaviour resources for use in school: https://beaconschoolsupport.co.uk/resources.php

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04/04/21 • 25 min

School Behaviour Secrets with Simon Currigan and Emma Shackleton - A Fast Explanation Of The Difference Between ADHD And Autism

Transcript

Simon Currigan00:00:00.000

Don't forget, kids can have a diagnosis of both autism and ADHD and that is quite common.

Emma Shackleton00:00:06.839

And as with all behavioral special needs, every child is different. And that's why there is no one size fits all approach to supporting pupils with autism or ADHD.

Simon Currigan00:00:19.140

Welcome to the school behavior secrets podcast. I'm your host, Simon Cur

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