Mama Mag Feature: Autistic Understanding

Kathrine remembers a Christmas party last year that was particularly difficult. “We walked into the room and the music was blaring and the lights were flashing and there’s decorations everywhere so my eldest son, Oliver, just walked in and walked straight back out. He had complete sensory overload. We had to follow him and leave

It’s not uncommon for autistic people to have gastrointestinal issues, which can have effects on behaviours, moods, faecal outputs and cognitive response. “The gut and the brain are connected. If you have a healthy gut you are more likely to be in a happier disposition with clearer thoughts. If you have bad bacteria and gut health

SBS speak with Leesa Topic on the senseless death of her daughter Courtney and how she is behind law enforcement learning about autistic behaviours