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The Mental Health Foundation tells us in their ‘Sleep Matters’ report that ‘sleep is as important to our health as eating, drinking and breathing. Poor sleep is linked to physical problems such as a weakened immune system and mental health problems such as anxiety and depression’. It is then no wonder why children - as well as the parents of children - are impacted hugely by sleep deprivation. And unfortunately for children with special needs, sleep deprivation often comes hand in hand. 

Encopresis usually affects children over 4 years old where they soil their underwear or pass stool in inappropriate places, there are many options and treatments available for Encopresis.

Lots of children with special needs have incontinence issues during the night. Whether your child wets the bed or has a leaky nappy, the impact can be considerable, ranging from a disturbed nights sleep, endless bed washing and changing, as well as feelings of embarrassment and shame. 

There are so many benefits to teaching your child with autism to swim. Swimming can be fun, great exercise, therapeutic and an enjoyable sensory experience.