Navigating The World Of Autism Treatment: Tips And Resources For Parents And Caregivers.
Navigating The World Of Autism Treatment: Tips And Resources For Parents And Caregivers. […]
Natural rhythmic abilities to help children with autism socialize
How can we help children with autism socialize using their natural rhythmic abilities?(courtesy of news.miami.edu) Imagine children on a playground tossing a ball back and forth, playing hand-clapping games, sharing game pieces, and chasing each other in a game of tag. Now take a closer look and notice how each child moves at their own […]
17 Things Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum Want You to Know
17 Things Parents of Children on the Autism Spectrum Want You to Know (courtesy of Purewow.com) As a mom of an 11-year-old girl with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), I’ve encountered many stereotypes and assumptions about this developmental disability that, according to the CDC, affects 1 in 44 […]
7 Parenting Tips for Kids with Autism
7 Parenting Tips for Kids with Autism (courtesy of unitedwecare.com) Raising a kid with autism is a reality for countless parents with several everyday life challenges. Yet, practical parenting tips for autism can help in the journey of bringing up a child going on the autism spectrum. However, parents need to know that no two […]
Tips to help your child with autism make new friends.
Tips to help your child with autism make new friends. In a recent study in the Journal of Autism, it was reported that teenagers and adults diagnosed with autism might be less likely to suffer from depression and/or anxiety if they have friends. Understanding that many children with autism have difficulties establishing friendships and continue […]
Helping Your Child with Autism Thrive
Helping Your Child with Autism Thrive There are many things you can do to help a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) overcome their challenges. These parenting tips, treatments, and services can help. […]
5 Legitimate Reasons Why Dogs Are So Helpful With Kids Who Have Autism.
5 Legitimate Reasons Why Dogs Are So Helpful With Kids Who Have Autism. (courtesy of littlethings.com) By now, we all know the benefits of dog ownership. From killing loneliness to encouraging us to exercise, it’s endless. For children with autism, in particular, living with a dog can help reduce anxiety as […]
Autism Can Make Sleep a Real Challenge. Here Are Some Handy Tips For Bedtime from Science Alert
Getting a good night’s sleep is important for children’s learning and development. When young people don’t get enough sleep, it can impact their mood, school performance, health, and behavior. Up to 80 percent of autistic children have trouble with their sleep. Common behavioral difficulties parents report include dyssomnias (problems going to sleep), parasomnias (problems waking up overnight), and early morning […]
13 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Their Autism
13 Tips for Talking to Your Child About Their Autism An expert shares the dos and don’ts of talking to your child about autism (Courtesy of Parentmap.com) Note: This article is primarily geared toward parents of children with a verbal understanding at or above that of a typical 4-year-old, but some of the ideas may […]
5 helpful tips for explaining autism to kids and teens, according to autism-affirming experts
5 helpful tips for explaining autism to kids and teens, according to autism-affirming experts (Courtesy of insider.com) The most important advice to keep in mind when explaining autism to kids: It’s not a taboo topic. “Autism should not be an unspoken, avoided, or ‘bad’ word,” says Chloe Rothschild, an autistic person and autism advocate on […]
Tips for Parents and Teachers to Support Autistic Children in Developing and Maintaining Friendships
Tips for Parents and Teachers to Support Autistic Children in Developing and Maintaining Friendships (Courtesy of autismspectrumnews.org) Friendships play an important role in the lives of children and teenagers. These relationships help with childhood social and emotional development in many ways, including managing emotions, responding to the feelings of others, listening, problem-solving, navigating conflicts, sharing and […]
7 Practical Tips to Raising A Child With Autism
7 Practical Tips to Raising A Child With Autism (Courtesy of Dr. Chinwé Williams, theparentcue.org) Finding out our son had autism was a major blow to the idealistic picture we held of what parenting might be like. Parenting, in general, is far from easy, but parenting a child with autism can be particularly demanding. In […]