Did your child recently receive an autism diagnosis? If so, one of the many challenges you might be facing right now is figuring out the most effective ways to communicate with them. Some children who have been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder don’t have too much trouble communicating. But studies have shown that up to […]
Just this year, about 1 in 36 children were diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. The disorder does not discriminate based on ethnicity or economic background. However, diagnosis rates for boys are around four times higher than they are for girls. Is autism genetic or is it a combination of various factors that interact with one another? Should […]
Did you know that one in 100 children has Autism? That means that there are a lot of children with Autism—many of whom are probably not properly diagnosed. You may be feeling that your child has triggers that seem to point to the Spectrum. If you are feeling that way, you may want answers. Luckily, […]
Did you know that autism can be diagnosed as early as 2 years old? While that may seem young, the earlier a child receives a diagnosis, the faster they receive proper treatment and support. If your child recently received an autism diagnosis, you might be feeling overwhelmed. Take heart in the fact that they are already off […]
Are you worried about sending your autistic child to school? As a parent of a child with autism, the thought of enrolling your child in school can be both exciting and terrifying. On one hand, going to school can give your child new ways to learn and grow, not limited to the school’s curriculum. But on […]
Did you know that compared to peers with other disabilities, young adults with autism are less likely to live independently? However, with the right supports in place, the potential is there. But what’s the difference between someone with autism who can live independently versus someone who can’t? Kids diagnosed with high-functioning autism are more likely […]
In 2021, a study found that 1 in 44 children was born with Autism. While some children have high functioning Autism and may appear more capable of day-to-day activities, they still encounter obstacles in their personal and social lives. If you want to know more about high functioning Autism, you’ve come to the right place. […]
Did you know that around 87 percent of people with an autism diagnosis struggle with motor skills? These can range from fine to gross motor skills and impact many areas of life. For children with autism, early intervention is extremely effective. Working with your child in therapy and at home with fine motor activities is […]
Did you know that for children with an autism diagnosis, early intervention can improve social skills, learning, communication, and underlying brain development? As a parent of a child with autism, it’s easy to feel like you don’t know where to start. There are many treatment options for children with autism, but what do you do […]
In the past, less than 1 out of every 200 children received a formal diagnosis of autism. That led many people to think that autism was rarer than it turned out to be. These days, we know that autism affects closer to 1 out of every 68 children in the United States! This latest data throws into […]