Autism & The Brain
This short, foundation course is for anyone seeking clarity on what autism really is—from a brain-based perspective. Drawing from both lived experience and neuroscience, it explores how autistic brains work differently, why the environment often creates the real challenges, and how that can impact wellbeing over time.
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Chapter 1
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Chapter 2
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Chapter 3
What you’ll learn
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Learn how autism shapes perception, communication, and sensory experience—not as a disorder, but as a valid and meaningful way of being.
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Explore the day-to-day realities of navigating the world with an autistic brain, and how stress, overload, and societal expectations can impact wellbeing.
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Understand behaviour as the brain and nervous system’s way of expressing need or distress and why support must focus on reducing stress, not controlling behaviour.
Course FAQ
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This course is designed for anyone who wants to better understand autism. Whether you're a parent, educator, support worker, healthcare professional, or simply curious. You don’t need any prior knowledge. If you’re open to rethinking what you’ve been taught about behaviour, stress, and neurodiversity, this is for you.
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Yes, many autistic learners have found this content validating and affirming. While the course is primarily framed for people supporting others, it’s written with deep respect for lived experience and avoids stereotypes or pathologising language. Autistic people are always welcome here.
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The course is made up of three chapters, each with two short lessons you can complete at your own pace. Once enrolled, you’ll have unlimited access, so you can return to any section whenever you need a refresher or want to dive deeper.
The course is comprised of video content and PDF’s which explore the topics in more depth.
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I want you to feel confident and supported when purchasing this course. That’s why I aim to be as clear and fair as possible.
Because this is a digital product with immediate access to course materials, UK law does not require me to offer refunds unless the content is faulty or not as described. However, I understand that life is complex. If you experience technical issues or feel the course was not what you expected, please contact me within 7 days of purchase. I’ll listen, and if appropriate, I may offer a refund or alternative support.
Before purchasing, I encourage you to read the course description and FAQ’S carefully. If you’re unsure whether it’s the right fit, feel free to reach out with any questions.
This policy is grounded in trust, transparency and a shared commitmen