Travel can be an exciting experience for a child with autism. However, the experience can provoke a large amount of anxiety. This anxiety should not preclude travel but should be managed. Many factors connected to travel, including a change in routine, experiencing an unfamiliar environment and – by its very nature – sensory stimulation are…
For people with language difficulties who struggle to communicate, music therapy can be extremely helpful. When autistic children struggle to enunciate what they are feeling or want to say, music can provide a method of communication and social interaction. In music therapy, people use a range of musical activities instead of words to communicate. This…
The benefits of dogs in various human therapies has been the subject of many studies over the years. People now understand that a dog is more than man’s best friend; it may be man’s best therapist too. But how do these furry friends help children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD)? A Dog Shifts Their Focus…
Parents are often anxious about whether to tell their child that they are autistic. That anxiety sometimes stops them from sharing this with the child, but experts agree that it’s better to have that conversation as early as possible. Why You Should Tell Your Child One of the primary motivations for telling your child is…
The transition of moving to a new home can be tough on anyone, but helping autistic children is especially important. While they may not express their distress in the same ways that neurotypical children do, children with autism are still feeling a lot of stress and anxiety during this time. In fact, research has found…
Play is an integral part of all children’s development, learning, wellbeing, and confidence. Sensory toys provide sensory stimulation that engages sight, sound, touch, smell, taste, as well as balance, body awareness, and internal physical feelings and cues. As such, they are particularly useful toys for children with sensory issues: If your child is hypersensitive to…
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…
The ACK Give Back Project.-At Autism Centre for Kids, we are dedicated to finding new and innovative ways to help as many children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) as possible. We have been providing therapy services for kids with autism for over 20 years. It is crucial for us to get children the help they…
Proper Therapy-How does autism impact a person’s life? When a child is living with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it can have an emotional and physical toll on them. Working with autistic children and giving them therapy, support, and awareness can be crucial for their well-being. Proper Therapy-Emotional Impact of Living With Autism. The emotional…
Advocate for Students With ASD Since schools make up a large portion of an autistic child’s everyday life, schools’ role in supporting students with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) can be enormous. Since autism at school is becoming something that the world is becoming more aware of, it can be critical for schools to create understanding…
