Everyone loves the feeling of a good hug, but for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the pressure in a hug accomplishes an entirely different purpose. This article will explain the science behind applied pressure techniques in autism and how they can help children with autism regulate their emotions. What
Communication is tricky for children with autism to master. They may need assistance. This article will cover how ASD affects communications, strategies, and more to help you better understand children with autism and assist them in letting you know what they need. How Does ASD Affect Communication? ASD impacts communication
Asperger syndrome was treated as a standalone diagnosis for decades. But since children with Asperger’s are today considered to be on the high end of the autism spectrum disorder, it’s essential to understand the differences and similarities between the two conditions. This article explains in detail the criteria for each.
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.
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
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
