Autism encompasses a wide range of functioning and needs. People with autism do not all face identical challenges, and each child on the autism spectrum is just as unique from one another. If you have a child recently diagnosed as being on the autistic spectrum, you likely have many questions, and your head may be…
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Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can have struggles in many different areas of their life that require extra help. One of the top challenges parents face is their child’s struggle to communicate needs and feelings effectively. Autism speech therapy for communication can be an invaluable option for the families of autistic children to ensure…
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Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there’s been a significant shift in communication behaviors, methods, and general comfort using technology. Due to a sudden reliance on technology, there has been greater access to and utilization of video-conferencing communication platforms. It has become easier than ever before to communicate with doctors, therapists, and caregivers consistently.…
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While there are a variety of treatments available for those who have an autism spectrum disorder, there is no known cure. Furthermore, no single treatment methodology can alleviate all of the autism symptoms. However, specific therapeutic methods can positively affect individuals on the autism spectrum. However, it is vital to seek assistance from an autism…
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More often than not, children with ASD struggle socially. Some kids have trouble understanding facial expressions, while other children miss social cues. Most have difficulty understanding why the outer world works the way it does. The stress of socializing can cause anxiety, loneliness, and isolation. Some parents worry their child can’t learn new social skills.…
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Autism can make daily life skills challenging. Children with autism may struggle to understand the world around them, which can create challenges at school and at home. Autism can make it difficult to understand the steps of home tasks like laundry, cooking, or understanding how money works. Often, this leads to misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and…
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There are hundreds of treatment therapies for autism. However, not all therapies are created equal. One of the most common treatments for autism spectrum disorder is applied behavioral analysis (ABA). For children living with autism, ABA uses behavioral analysis and response to gauge learning progress. This treatment helps parents, doctors, and therapists better understand a…
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No two experiences of autism are the same. Because autism exists on a spectrum, it may be hard to choose the right therapy for your child. More often than not, autism is best treated with multiple types of therapy and skills training as a child grows and develops. For parents, it’s important to remember that…
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Effective speech therapy and language training begin at home. Many children with autism struggle to articulate words, have underdeveloped mouth, throat, and neck muscles, or don’t verbally communicate at all. In early childhood development, these are speech delays and often require in-office and at-home speech therapy programs. Speech delays can develop in the first six…
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An autism diagnosis affects an entire family. Overnight hopes, dreams, plans, and aspirations change, and parenting becomes a different challenge. When a child is diagnosed with autism, parents can feel like they have limited support. Family therapy programs support children, parents, siblings, and extended family to help family members cope with and understand a learner’s…
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