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Excessive Blinking in Autism

Part of the Comprehensive Guide to Stimming While autism is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects people in many different ways, there are some common challenges that people who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) typically face. This…
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Autism Unemployment Rate

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects people for their entire lives. It is characterized by traits such as difficulties with social interaction and communication, as well as restrictive interests and repetitive…
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ABA Therapy Techniques — An Overview

Applied behavioral analysis is considered the gold standard of treatment for people who are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Also known as ABA therapy, this science- and evidence-based approach to learning and behavior helps people…
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Visuospatial Skills and Autism

There are many different cognitive functions, things that the brain is responsible for and that help us function. One of those functions is known as visuospatial skills. Visuospatial skills refer to how a person relates different visual information…
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Autism Pinching Behavior: Causes and Management

Part of the Comprehensive Guide to Stimming When children are young, they engage in many behaviors that aren’t appropriate as they age. This could include putting non-food items in their mouth, banging on furniture and pinching other people…
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The Power of Patience in Autism Treatment

Like all children, those who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) need the love and support of their parents, caregivers, teachers and others. Children who are on the autism spectrum, though, may require a different kind of support and a different…