Symptoms Of Autism: 1. Difficulties with social interaction such as difficulty with eye contact, facial expressions, and body language
Many children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders experience a multitude of sensory symptoms. These sensory processing integration issues or sensory processing disorder (SPD) can include issues relating to temperature regulation. The person with Autism may not be able to adequately adapt to changing temperatures, and/or may not feel temperatures the same way a neuro-typical
"I feel I have perfected the art of masking, which isn’t necessarily a good thing."
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Read. Print. Hand out to family and friends over the holiday season. Tack to the fridge. Recite from memory. Toss by bucketfuls from th...
Olfactory imprinting in infant mice has a direct impact on their social behaviors as adults.
Researchers used a broad brush when they focused on the most easily understood aspect of the disorder – fatigue. Now, in this bold and provocative blog, the first part of a four-part series called “A Neuroinflammatory Model of ME/CFS”, guest blogger Marco proposes that other symptoms, none of which are […]
Did you know that weighted blankets have been proven to benefit children on the autism spectrum?Click here to read our free ultimate guide and learn more
I was about to take the N ursing Licensure Exam ination when I learned that I was pregnant with my second and youngest child. Honestly , i...
It is very common for Autistic people to struggle with sleep problems. Click here to read more about the overlap.
As children, we love to explore the world around us using all our senses (sight, smell, taste, hearing, touch, and sometimes sixth sense ^_^). We play with mud, louden or soften radio volume, wear …
In this show, I talked with Floortime & autism educator Dr. Jennie Trocchio to discuss the DIR/Floortime approach for working with children with autism (and other developmental delays/disorders!) We discussed the levels of Floortime, the research that makes this approach EBP, and a few other interesting (perhaps slightly controversial!) topics about treating autism. Listen here:…
The signs of high functioning autism are more subtle than classic autism and may go unnoticed until your child is older and there are more social demands.
When your child has sensory processing disorder, or just sensory issues, even homeschooling can be challenging. Here are some tools and tips to help.
What is sensory processing. Tactile Input explained and its importance for growth and development in kids.
Resources, tips, and materials to help you, help children with autism
