There are numerous strategies that autism parents can incorporate into their home life that will make life easier and calmer. All it takes is a little preparation to make everything run much smoother. In addition,…
When a person turns 18, they need to obtain a state identification card. Typically, a person’s driver’s license serves as their state identification card. However, if that person does not drive, they will need to…
As families coping with an autism diagnosis, our journey is fueled by education, support, and hope. Often as parents, we become overwhelmed by the unpredictable nature of our circumstances. Suddenly, we have to adjust to…
Inclusive Practices for Employers Create employment opportunities for individuals on the autism spectrum with the goal of developing their confidence, competency, and social and life skills. This will take them one step closer to reaching…
At first glance, many would think that autism and detoxication have nothing to do with one another. However, it has been shown that kids with autism have impaired detoxification. Furthermore, one in six children has a neurodevelopmental…
While the average age a child is diagnosed with autism is four years old, most children show developmental warning signs much earlier. Children under the age of three that have a developmental delay may be…
After you’ve carefully chosen a doctor and made an appointment, you may be wondering how to maximizing time with your child’s doctor. This article will provide ideas for things to do before, during, and after appointments to…
Most parents worry about their child being bullied. While statistics vary across research studies, people with autism are undoubtedly victims of bullying at a much higher rate than typical peers. Definition of Bullying Although most people…
When your child is newly diagnosed with autism, it can feel overwhelming and confusing. To help you navigate the first steps of your autism journey, this article provides an overview of the following key autism…
Providing your child with an effective means to communicate their thoughts, opinions, experiences, feelings, and knowledge is essential to creating a meaningful life for them. While it’s true that navigating speech issues in autism can…