Opya Journal

Our blog offers information about autism and provides insights and tips and tricks for you and your family.

Halloween is an exciting time of year filled with fun activities, exciting costumes, and lots of candy that many children…

If your toddler or preschooler was recently diagnosed with autism, you’ve probably heard the term early intervention used a lot.…

Historically, language barriers, cultural differences, access to resources, and lack of awareness within the Hispanic and Latinx communities have led…

Starting kindergarten is a significant milestone for children. Kindergarten marks the beginning of a child’s academic journey. But, if you…

Theme parks are a great place for families to share a fun day together and create lifelong memories. However, if…

Swimming and water play offer many benefits for kids with autism including, providing a calming and sensory-rich experience. However, swimming…

Children first begin learning about the world around them at home. The home is also the perfect place for early…

April is Autism Awareness Month. During the month of April, autism advocates around the world work to increase understanding, awareness,…

How Autism Swim is trying to lower the drowning risk for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (courtesy of abc.net.au) Seven-year-old…

Article Excerpt from Business Insider Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurological and developmental condition that impacts communication, behavior, and…

Autism: Understanding the difference between girls and boys. (courtesy of thefca.co.uk) Research generally shows that autism is more prevalent in…

5 Sensory Weekend Activities for Autistic Children! […]