You may have heard of disordered eating in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but do you understand what it is? It’s important to be informed about the different categories – such as food rumination – that can exist within this condition. Let’s look closely at how they affect those with autism. Categories of Disordered Eating on […]

Social Stories Help Children With Autism Cope With Social Situations A social story is a learning tool to help children with autism feel more comfortable in different social situations. These stories describe scenes from a child’s viewpoint and include pictures to make them more engaging.   The sections below discuss social stories and their importance […]

One of the biggest challenges parents of children with autism face is managing disruptive behaviors. ABA therapists commonly rely on the ABC method to promote positive behavior in children on the spectrum. In this article, we describe the elements of the ABC technique and explain how they are used. Disruptive Behavior and Autism Spectrum Disorder […]

Pretend play, also known as imaginative play, is an essential part of child development. It helps children develop their language and social skills, as well as their creativity and problem-solving abilities. However, for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), pretend play can be particularly challenging. To support these children in overcoming such challenges, ABA services […]

Information from the environment bombards our senses daily, which can be challenging for children with autism (ASD). The good news is sensory integration (SI) therapy helps us understand and incorporate this information into our behavior. This article will explore how SI therapy can help those with autism live more comfortably. What is Sensory Integration? Sensory […]

As children grow and develop, they learn important motor skills. Many children and adults with autism experience difficulty with both fine and gross motor skills.   To understand the effect of autism on motor skills, it’s essential to understand autism spectrum disorder. What Is Autism Spectrum Disorder? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a brain development […]

Elopement, or “running away” is a common behavioral issue in children with autism and one that can be both dangerous and frustrating for kids and their caregivers alike. However, the first step to stopping this behavior is understanding it and why it happens. Take a look below. What Does Elopement in Autism Mean? Elopement is […]

  Issues with self-harm are a common but often under-recognized issue within the autism community. This is why it is important for individuals with autism and their caregivers to have a general understanding of self-harm habits and how to help someone with autism who may be engaging in self-harm. What is Self-Harm? The NHS describes […]

Researchers at the Yale University School of Medicine recently completed an interesting study on autism. They found that a specific region of the brain is linked to reduced eye contact in children and adults with autism.   Keep reading to learn more about the effect of eye contact on children with autism and ways to […]