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 […]
Did you know that more than 3.5 million people in America live with a form of autism? Coping with autism can present challenges, but your son or daughter can still live a remarkable and fulfilling life. There is a positive side of autism to consider. What do iconic figures such as Albert Einstein and Elon Musk […]
Autism. It can be a difficult condition to live with, and more kids in the United States may have it than you think. In the United States, about 1 in every 44 children has autism spectrum disorder. If you are a parent of one of these children, this news could petrify you. You may not […]
You’re worried about your child. They exhibit difficulty sitting still, are extra sensitive to sounds, and may struggle to focus. These symptoms may be severe enough that they struggle with everyday activities. The question: is it ADHD or autism? While ADHD and autism do share some symptoms, these are two very different conditions. A proper […]
Are you unsure whether your child may have OCD or Autism? There are similarities between Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Autism. This oftentimes leads to the two disorders being confused. And there’s evidence to suggest a high level of comorbidity between these two conditions. This makes an accurate diagnosis even more challenging. As a parent looking to do […]
Some labels are helpful. For example, the nutrition labels on food products or the labels you put on your children’s clothing before sending them off to summer camp. Where do you fall when it comes to labeling your child’s autism diagnosis? At one time, it was standard to differentiate different types of autism using labels. You might […]
Did you know that roughly 5,437,988 adults in the United States have autism spectrum disorder (or ASD)? If you’re an adult with ADS, understanding your autism diagnosis can be fairly straightforward. But, the same isn’t true for the 2% of children diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Children rely on their parents and medical professionals […]
Putting shoes on a child can sometimes feel like an Olympic sport. For a child with special sensory needs, it might involve full-body grappling that would put some of the nation’s top athletes to shame! Now add a coat, a hat, and a car seat. Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just stay home? […]
Did you know that children with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are more likely to suffer from food allergies? Food allergies can make caring for children much more complicated. As a parent/caregiver, you’d have to make sure that your child never comes in contact with their allergen. Dealing with food allergies in children can be anxiety-provoking. But, understanding how […]