The holiday season is one of the happiest times of the year, but for families with autism, it is often filled with stress and anxiety. Between traveling to distant relatives, sensory overload, and changes to routine, the holidays can create a lot of challenges for an...
When children with autism are ready to begin attending school there are several options to consider. These include public schools, private schools, and private schools for special needs students. [bctt tweet="The first day of school is around the corner! Make the best...
With school out and families on vacation, summer can mean more free time for children with autism. Activity Schedules are a great way to use that free time for children to have fun while practicing skills they have learned. The structure that Activity Schedules...
Autism Has Been Around for A While The first person diagnosed with autism was Donald Triplett. He was diagnosed in 1943, 79 years ago. Donald is also the subject of the book In A Different Key, which has been made into a movie. April was first designated as Autism...
Evaluations of children with autism may include one or more different assessments. The results of the evaluation will be required to obtain therapy services paid for by insurance companies, get services from public schools, and qualify for government benefits. The...
It is sometimes difficult to understand why a child with autism behaves in certain ways. Understanding the four functions of behavior can help ABA therapists and parents understand why a child may be behaving in a certain way and help the therapists determine how to...
Kids with autism have different needs than neurotypical children, and all parents of children with ASD want more ways to keep their children safe. How do parents keep their children with autism safe? The following blog is about five ways to keep your child safe. How...
Children with autism are often prone to other medical conditions associated with autism. What are the most common medical conditions to watch out for? What are the signs of these conditions? What are some medical conditions associated with autism? [bctt tweet="What...
You may be thinking, My child was diagnosed with autism. Now what?" Where do you go from here? While this time is life-changing no matter how you feel about the diagnosis, it is important to take the time for you and your child to adjust properly. How do you do that? ...
