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Do Autistic People Know They’re Autistic?

One of the biggest misconceptions about autism is that people who have it are unaware of their diagnosis. The reality is that many people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are self-aware of the condition they have as well as how they are affected…
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ABA in Schools: Teaching Methods

Applied behavioral analysis, or ABA therapy, has long been considered the leading treatment method for children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Research has shown time and again that when ABA therapy can be started at a young age, children…
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Autistic Diet – Best Foods for Autism

Nutrition is an essential aspect of anyone’s life. An increasing amount of research is showing that there’s an overwhelming link between what you put into your body and not just your physical health, but also your mental health, your mental…
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Why Do Children with Autism Struggle with Non-Verbal Communication?

Individuals who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often have a deficit in their social communication. This is part of the diagnostic criteria that’s used for ASD, and it describes how they may not be on equal footing with their neurotypical…
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Loners: Why Children with Autism Prefer to Be Alone

If you have a child who has autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you might notice that they prefer to be alone. They might spend an inordinate amount of time playing by themselves, rather than joining in on group play activities with other children…
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Why Don’t Children with Autism Respond to Their Name?

One of the early warning signs that a child might have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is that they don’t respond to their name. This question is asked on the M-CHAT, or the Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers, which is a screening questionnaire…