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Supporting Young People Through Puberty
Occupational therapist developed programs for young people with autism, neurodivergence & disability
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If youāre a young person with autism or a disability, or an allied health provider supporting young peopleā¦
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Thereās a Puberty Plus option for you!
Our range of Puberty Plus programs support young autistic and disabled people, and allied health providers, to better understand and manage puberty and the various life skills crucial to this transitionary period.
Click on the images below to find out more information about the range of Puberty Plus options for young people and providers.
In clinic group program opportunities for young people
Personal life skills and puberty education at our clinic in Semaphore, South Australia for young neurodiverse people ages 8-12.
Self-paced online opportunities for young people
Occupational Therapy provided parent training to accompany an online version of our puberty plus content, perfect for those unable to attend our in clinic programs.
Professional development training opportunities for OTs and other Allied Health Professionals
Further your puberty knowledge and practical skills by completing the 'Introduction to Puberty' course or become a 'Puberty Plus Registered Practitioner' through our online professional development training.
Click the image to go to our Introduction to the Intro to Puberty info page and click the button below to go to theĀ Puberty Plus Registered Practitioner Program info page
Not in Adelaide? See where other Puberty Plus program are happening in Australia
We have Puberty Plus Practitioners all over the country, find your nearest practitioner and any group programs happening near you.
What is Puberty Plus?
Puberty Plus is a suite of programs designed specifically to help young people with autism, neurodivergence and disability to better understand and manage puberty
Puberty can be a tricky time for most young people, but young people with autism, neurodivergence and disability may find this time particularly challenging, due to a range of factors.
The Puberty Plus program has been designed by the occupational therapists at Bloom Wellbeing, to provide factual, honest and relevant information, using concrete language, illustrations, practical activities and visual supports to enhance learning. The program focuses on a range of topics relevant to puberty, as outlined below.
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- Getting to know yourself
- Your body
- Keeping it clean: all about hygiene
- Menstruation ā getting your period
- Menstruation ā managing your period
- Big feelings
- The people around you
- Friends & peer pressureĀ
- Gender stereotypes
- Being moreĀ confident
* The program also includes a section containing several fun practical activities, that may require assistance from an adult e.g. to collect the supplies you need and help with safety.Ā
Shop KaBloom resourcesĀ
Explore our selection of free resources, books, activity packs, bundles and registered facilitator handbooks designed to support your journey though the Puberty Plus programs. Whether you're looking for insightful reading materials, engaging activities, or comprehensive guides for registered facilitators, we have something for everyone.
