Autism ID bracelets have been gaining in popularity due to their many benefits. Many autistic children have trouble with verbal communication and/or have lapses in memory – especially when they find themselves in a stressful situation. Worn on the wrist, a personal identification bracelet speaks for them when they cannot. By stating that the child…
Tom and Jerry. Salt and pepper. Key and lock… Autism and fussy eating. Certain things just go together! There are many challenges that come with being on the autism spectrum, but one of the most common is difficulty dealing with mealtime. Many people with autism find it difficult to sit through a long meal or…
Children reach several milestones throughout their life, but children with autism may reach these milestones at a different rate than their peers. Autistic children may also have several other milestones that are more unique to their social impairments. By focussing on their strengths and encouraging your child’s progress, you can help them reach their goals….
Autism Spectrum Children must have resources to help them stay calm. If you have a child with autism, you will know they are sometimes prone to express their feelings through temper tantrums and autism meltdowns. These tantrums and meltdowns by Autism Spectrum children often occur when children have difficulty expressing their emotions or feel emotionally…
Children often tend to be fussy eaters, but when your child has an Autism Spectrum Disorder, they can be far more selective for various reasons. Autistic children may even display severe discomfort or pain and experience severe meltdowns at mealtimes due to this food aversion. If this is not managed correctly, this can lead to…
Children with autism may have several needs that differ from those of their peers and can benefit significantly from specialized tools that will help them communicate and make sense of the world. Visual supports are one of the most widely used tools that have been proven to be very effective for autistic kids. What Are…
Kids With Autism Children with ASD may have speech and language delays that may cause them to have difficulty building and maintaining relationships with their peers. This is why it might be beneficial for autistic children to have a pet. Kids With Autism Unconditional Friendship, Empathy and Acceptance. Kids With Autism with Pets love unconditionally…
Sensory play is a game or activity that stimulates the five senses of sound, sight, smell and taste. Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), who may struggle to process sensory information, need this. They might be sensitive to certain sounds, or find bright lights distressing. Children love using their hands during play, touching, building, painting…
Children with ASD may have more gross and fine motor skills challenges than their peers. Typically, an at-home child exercise routine will work well for children diagnosed with autism as they may feel overstimulated in public spaces. Read on for our list of exercises for kids with autism. Benefits Of Exercise For Kids With Autism….
You may be wondering what your next steps should be now that your child has been diagnosed with autism, which would be entirely reasonable. Although the level of awareness surrounding autism has significantly increased over recent years, very few people are fully prepared when they receive an ASD diagnosis for their child. However, there is…
