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Managing a household requires more thought and planning when you have a child with autism. This section explores those additional needs with information related to safety, holidays, family relationships, budget and estate planning.
When your child is receives an autism diagnosis, it can feel overwhelming and confusing. As you begin your journey, be patient with yourself. You don't have to know or do everything today. Take things one step at a time, knowing that, little by little, a little becomes a lot.
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Child Newly Diagnosed with Autism
When your child is newly diagnosed with autism, it can feel overwhelming and confusing. To help you navigate the first…
I Think My Child May Have Autism: How to Get a Diagnosis
If you think your child has autism or your child is showing signs or symptoms of autism, it is important to…
Diagnostic Criteria for ASD
Only a well-qualified, trained medical professional can issue an autism diagnosis. When determining whether or not a person has autism,…
School
The Fundamentals of Special Education: What Parents Need to Know
In this article, Timothy A. Adams, Esq discusses what parents need to know about the fundamentals of special education so…
Special Education: IEP Tips
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is the foundation of your child’s education. Many parents feel overwhelmed and anxious about these…
SMART IEP Goals
The goals on your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) lay the framework for their education, but what makes a good…
Therapy
Therapeutic Interventions for Autism
Therapeutic interventions can help your child learn and develop skills that lead to independence. The most common therapeutic interventions for autism…
How to Document Your Child’s Progress
Your child works hard every day at school, therapy, and home. However, progress can be hard to see on a…
Sensory Processing Disorder in Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, and communication. A significant…
Therapeutic and Communication Options for Speech Issues in Autism
Providing your child with an effective means to communicate their thoughts, opinions, experiences, feelings, and knowledge is essential to creating…
Medical
An Introduction to Medical Interventions for Autism
Medical interventions for autism can greatly improve your child’s outcome and quality of life. In this article, we will discuss: Why…
Underlying Medical Issues in Autism
Behavior is communication. Sometimes our kids with autism are communicating their medical issues to us through their behavior. Figuring out…
Finding a Doctor
Finding a qualified and experienced doctor, though challenging, can make all the difference in your child’s health and future. Therefore,…
Lab Testing for Common Co-occurring Medical Issues in Autism
Lab testing is important because it helps doctors identify underlying medical issues as well as determine the best course for…
Introduction to the Gluten-Free, Casein-Free, Soy-Free Diet
The gluten-free, casein-free, soy-free (GFCFSF) diet removes all sources of gluten, casein, and soy from the diet. The word “diet”…
Top Reasons to Implement a GFCF Diet
Why does my child need a Gluten-Free, Casein-Free Diet? There are several reasons why parents should consider a gluten-free, casein-free…
Home Life
Keeping Your Kids with ASD Safe
Safety is a top priority to all parents. Having autism brings unique challenges to keeping our children safe and protected….
Risk Reduction Strategies for Physical and Sexual Abuse
Sadly, individuals with autism are more vulnerable to abuse due to challenges in communication, poor social awareness, and being viewed…
Water Safety
Teaching your child with autism how to swim AND helping them develop water safety skills from a young age is critical…
Autism and Bullying
Most parents worry about their child being bullied. While statistics vary across research studies, people with autism are undoubtedly victims of…
Sleep Issues in ASD
Studies show that 53% percent of children with autism have at least one frequent sleep problem. Unfortunately, typical treatments are often short-lived…
Hope and Autism Parenting
As families coping with an autism diagnosis, our journey is fueled by education, support, and hope. Often as parents, we…
Strategies for a Calmer Home
There are numerous strategies that autism parents can incorporate into their home life that will make life easier and calmer….
Common Acronyms Used in Autism
Navigating autism can be filled with unknown acronyms. The following is a collection of some common acronyms and abbreviations used…
Autism Treatment on a Budget
We understand that treating autism is extremely expensive. In this article, we will cover budget-friendly tips to treat autism. This…
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