Profiles

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Nicki and Mark - Interview 14

Nicki and Mark's son, Tyler, was diagnosed with autism when he was four years old. He attends a special school and they are delighted with his progress.

  • Background

    Nicki, a local authority employee, and Mark, a full time carer, have two children; Tyler aged six and Emma aged five. Ethnic background/nationality: White British

  • Age at interview 32
  • Sex/Gender Male
  • Caron - Interview 15

    Caron's son, Leo, was diagnosed with autism when he was three. He attends a mainstream primary school but Caron worries that he is not receiving appropriate support.

  • Background

    Caron, a full time carer, and her husband have two sons; Leo aged five and Peter aged 2. Ethnic background/nationality: Mixed race.

  • Age at interview 24
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Amanda - Interview 29

    Amanda's two children have both been diagnosed with autism. They attend a special school for children with moderate learning difficulties which they both enjoy.

  • Background

    Amanda, a part time yoga instructor, and her husband have two children; Louis aged 5 and Georgia, aged 3. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Age at interview 38
  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Clare - Interview 40

    Clare's younger son, Joshua, was diagnosed with autism just before his second birthday. Clare has used various interventions and therapies and Joshua attends a combination of special and mainstream nursery provision.

  • Background

    Clare, a pharmacist, and her husband have two sons aged 4 and 6. Ethnic background/nationality: White British.

  • Sex/Gender Female
  • Jane and Dan - Interview 57

    Jane and Dan's son was diagnosed with autism six months ago. He has a sleep disorder and has some difficulties eating food.

  • Background

    Jane and Dan, both students, have two children aged 4 and 3. Ethnic background/nationality: White British and Black Carribean.

  • Age at interview 26
  • Sex/Gender Male