Slide 1– How to Support Yourself:
ask for help when needed
Take breaks when overwhelmed
use planners, reminders, or
routines
Manage stress to reduce seizure
risk
Speak to doctors about mental
health
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BOOKLET VERSION
Understanding Autism – Support
& Awareness
Supporting Yourself
People can support themselves by:
Using routines each day
Writing plans or reminders
Taking breaks when stressed
Doing gentle exercise
Enjoying calming hobbies
Asking for help when needed
Routine and rest can reduce
anxiety and seizure risk.
Supporting Others
You can support someone by:
Listening carefully
Not judging them
Being patient
Helping them find support
Respecting their pace
Understanding their needs
Kindness and empathy make a big
difference.
Key Points to Remember
Autism, epilepsy, and anxiety can
overlap
People may live with more than
one condition
Stress can affect health and
wellbeing
Awareness reduces stigma
Inclusive support is important
UK Support Websites
Families, carers, and
professionals can find help from:
National Autistic Society
www.autism.org.uk
Epilepsy Society
www.epilepsysociety.org.uk
Mind (Mental Health Charity)
www.mind.org.uk
These organisations provide
advice, training, and support.
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Autism, Epilepsy & Anxiety
Support and Awareness Guide
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Supporting Yourself
Keep daily routines
Use planners or reminders
Take regular breaks
Manage stress levels
Try gentle exercise
Enjoy hobbies
✔
Supporting Others
Listen without judgment
Be patient
Show understanding
Help find services
Respect differences
✔ Key
Messages
Conditions can overlap
Anxiety is common
Stress affects health
Awareness matters
Inclusion is essential
✔ UK
Support Services
National Autistic Society
👉 www.autism.org.uk
Epilepsy Society
👉 www.epilepsysociety.org.uk
Mind
👉 www.mind.org.uk
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Chapter 12 – Autism, Epilepsy
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Module 11 – Understanding Autism (Easy Read Lecture Part 1 – Slides 7–10)
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Slide 7 – How to Support Yourself
Use routines to stay organized
Take breaks to manage stress
Try gentle exercise and hobbies
Ask for help when needed
Speak to professionals about
mental health
Slide 8 – How to Support Others
Listen without judging
Show patience and understanding
Help find resources and support
services
Respect their pace and needs
Offer reassurance, not pressure
Slide 9 – Key Points
Autism, epilepsy, and anxiety
often overlap
Awareness helps reduce stress and
misunderstanding
Support should be accessible and
inclusive
Listening, care, and empathy are
essential
Slide 10 – UK Support Websites
National Autistic Society
https://www.autism.org.uk/
Epilepsy Society
https://www.epilepsysociety.org.uk/
Mind (Mental Health)
https://www.mind.org.uk/
📘 2️⃣ EASY READ BOOKLET VERSION
Understanding Autism
Support & Awareness
Supporting Yourself
You can support yourself by:
Keeping daily routines
Writing reminders or plans
Taking breaks when stressed
Doing gentle exercise
Enjoying calming hobbies
Asking for help when needed
Routines and rest can reduce
anxiety and seizure risk.
Supporting Others
You can support someone by:
Listening without judgment
Being patient
Showing understanding
Helping them find support
services
Respecting their pace and needs
Kindness and empathy help people
feel safe.
Key Points
Autism, epilepsy, and anxiety can
overlap
People may live with multiple
conditions
Stress can affect health and
safety
Awareness reduces stigma
Inclusive support is important
UK Support Services
National Autistic Society
www.autism.org.uk
Epilepsy Society
www.epilepsysociety.org.uk
Mind (Mental Health)
www.mind.org.uk
These organisations offer advice,
training, and support.
🪧 3️⃣ PRINTABLE LEAFLET / HANDOUT
Autism, Epilepsy & Anxiety
Support Guide
✔
Supporting Yourself
Keep routines
Use planners
Take breaks
Reduce stress
Try gentle exercise
Enjoy hobbies
✔
Supporting Others
Listen
Be patient
Show understanding
Help find services
Respect differences
✔ Key
Messages
Conditions can overlap
Anxiety is common
Stress affects health
Awareness matters
Inclusion is essential
✔ UK
Support Websites
National Autistic Society
www.autism.org.uk
Epilepsy Society
www.epilepsysociety.org.uk
Mind
www.mind.org.uk
🧩 4️⃣ SYMBOL / VISUAL PROMPT GUIDE (for Easy
Read layout)
Use symbols such as:
🧠 Autism → Brain symbol
⚡ Epilepsy → Lightning bolt / seizure symbol
😟 Anxiety → Worried face
📅 Routine → Calendar
🧘 Exercise → Person stretching
❤️ Support → Heart/helping hands
👂 Listening → Ear symbol
🌍 Inclusion → Diverse people circle
This helps readers with learning
disabilities process information visually.
❓ 5️⃣ QUIZ / KNOWLEDGE CHECK
Multiple Choice
1. Autism is:
a) A short-term illness
b) A lifelong condition ✅
c) A physical injury
2. Anxiety can:
a) Reduce stress
b) Increase overwhelm ✅
c) Cure epilepsy
3. Which helps manage stress?
a) No sleep
b) Routines and breaks ✅
c) Avoiding support
True or False
4. Autism and epilepsy can
overlap.
✅ True
5. Listening without judgment is
supportive.
✅ True
Short Answer
6. Name one UK autism support
organisation.
(Example: National Autistic Society)
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Progress Note ✔
We have now completed:
Chapter 12 – Module 11
Understanding Autism – Easy Read Lecture Part 1
Slides 1–10 + Support Materials
Whenever you’re ready, we can
move to:
Part 2 lecture, or
ADHD vs Autism deeper comparison,
or
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ADDITION
New Slide – Autism &
Epilepsy: Who Is Affected?
Not all autistic people have
epilepsy
Some people have both conditions
Others only have autism
Epilepsy is more common in
autistic people than the general population
Every person’s health profile is
different
🧠 WHY SOME PEOPLE HAVE
BOTH (EASY EXPLANATION SLIDE)
New Slide – Why Do Autism &
Epilepsy Sometimes Overlap?
Both affect how the brain works
Brain development differences can
play a role
Genetic factors may be involved
Some people have additional
neurological conditions
Stress and sensory overload can
trigger seizures (if epilepsy is present)
📘 EASY READ BOOKLET
VERSION
Autism & Epilepsy –
Understanding the Link
Not everyone with autism has
epilepsy.
Some people live with:
Autism only
Epilepsy only
Both autism and epilepsy
Each person is different.
Why Do They Sometimes Occur
Together?
Researchers believe there are
several reasons:
Both involve brain development
Neurological differences can
overlap
Genetics may play a part
Some people have multiple
diagnoses
This does not mean autism causes
epilepsy.
It means they can co-occur in
some individuals.
Important Reassurance
Many autistic people never have
seizures
Epilepsy varies in severity
Medication and support can help
manage seizures
Health monitoring is important
🪧 LEAFLET / HANDOUT
ADDITION
Autism & Epilepsy Facts
✔ Not all
autistic people have epilepsy
✔ Some
people have both conditions
✔ Brain
differences may link them
✔ Genetics
can play a role
✔ Seizures
can often be managed with treatment
🧩 SYMBOL PROMPTS
Suggested visuals:
🧠 Brain → Neurological link
⚡ Lightning bolt → Seizures
🧬 DNA helix → Genetics
👤➕⚡ Person + bolt → Co-occurring c
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