It’s a common experience of a parent with a child with autism when surrounded by neurotypical children: wishing your child would separate and join their peers, anxiety over potential behaviors, and wondering how this idea of “play” just seems to come so naturally for other kids. Navigating social interactions at the playground, at parties, and …
Understanding your child with autism and helping them navigate social situations can be a deeply rewarding yet challenging journey. For many parents we speak to, they often find it easiest to simply stay in the house rather than bring their child into situations where they might be uncomfortable. However, it is essential for both parents …
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Aggression in children with autism, often more prevalent than with neurotypical children, can be a distressing challenge for families. Fear of potential behaviors, and the resulting embarrassment and stress, can significantly limit family outings. As these children grow, their physical strength increases, making it more difficult and sometimes impossible for parents to manage the aggressive …
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The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and family gatherings. Yet, if you have a child with autism, these occasions can also bring unique challenges. There is an abundance of sensory stimulation, a near-constant shift in routine, and people you haven’t seen in a year. As parents, we tend to shoulder most of …
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Receiving an autism diagnosis can result in a mix of emotions. You are relieved you finally have a reason for all of the behaviors you have been noting, and you now have access to services to help them. However, it also starts the emotional journey of accepting the diagnosis. As you work to accept the …
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Parents of children with autism often state that some of the first atypical behaviors they noticed in their children were repetitive movements such as hand flapping, body rocking, or pacing. These self-stimulation behaviors, or “stimming,” are one of the key parts of an autism diagnosis. But what many people do not realize is how diverse …
School is out and summer is here! But that doesn’t mean that all learning and social skill development has to stop. In fact, without the hectic nature of the school year, and with more time spent outside with family and friends, children can use this season to focus more on how to communicate with others …
Siblings: sometimes they’re two peas in a pod, and others can be so different you may wonder if they’re truly related. Either way, they are growing up together, and have a lasting impact on each other. When one child is on the autism spectrum, it can make that relationship a bit harder for them to …
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