A Short introduction to our Activity groups
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World Autism Day – A short History
Every 2nd of April is Wold Autism Day, but what does this mean? World autism day has been celebrated since 2007, when the United Nations General Assembly designated it as the day to celebrate and promote awareness of autism. However, we have moved on from awareness, to try and gain acceptance for this neurological difference. To understand why acceptance is needed, let’s look at the history of Autism.
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Epilepsy Medications and Effects on Quality of Life
By Hannah White What is Anti-Epileptic Medication? Anti-epileptic medications (AEDs) are the most common type of epilepsy treatment. They work by altering the electrical activity in the brain. When someone
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Spotlight on Epilepsy
Writer – Hannah White Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders, and in most cases, they will cause seizures. A seizure is caused by abnormal electrical activity in
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Dyspraxia : A very brief Introduction
It is Dyspraxia Week (Also known as developmental co-ordination disorder (DCD), so here at Extraordinary Links we thought we would have a look at this condition, and point parents and
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Make A DIFFERENCE Awards 2023
Our founder Gill Crea was nominated for a Bravery Award at the BBC Radio Bristol ‘Make a Difference Award, and made it through as one of four finalists! Although she
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ADHD – a beginners guide
What is ADHD? The clinical definition of ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition. People with ADHD often exhibit a pattern of inattention, either with hyperactivity or without, which can affect their
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Extraordinary Links Summer Programme 2022
This year extraordinary links organised a free summer play scheme, supported by Your Holiday Hub, Bristol 2022. All the children had lots of fun and were also provided with a
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The Sensory Child
Have you ever wondered why your child cannot sit still, or why they can’t stand labels in their clothes, or even why do they keep jumping on my bed! All
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Subcutaneous Vascular Malformation and Us
My name is Katie, I’m one of the trustees of Extraordinary Links. I’m a mum to a 7year old girl, and I’ve been asked to share her story, as it
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