It can be quite overwhelming to hear that your child has been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). In addition to sadness, parents may immediately feel a wave of strong emotions such as anger, stress, fear, anxiety and worry — all at once. Fortunately, we know so much more about autism than we did even as recently […]
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a very complex developmental disorder that covers a wide range of signs, symptoms and effects. Every individual on the autism spectrum exhibits unique characteristics, though the disorder is generally characterized by repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. One of the most commonly-accepted guidelines for diagnosing ASD is called the Diagnostic and […]
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD)1 is very complex and as such can present itself in very different ways in different people. The neurodevelopmental disorder generally refers to people who display repetitive behaviors and restricted interests. People with ASD typically face challenges when it comes to communication, daily living tasks, social interactions and more. But, there are […]
As a neurodevelopmental disorder, autism affects how a person’s brain works and, as a result, how they behave and what they might have trouble processing. For instance, many people who are diagnosed with autism face challenges with communication, in social situations and even performing daily living tasks. Since autism spectrum disorder (ASD)1 applies to such […]
Kids with autism face many challenges in life, from typical communication to social interactions to sensory processing as well. Since every child is unique, so, too, are the challenges that they may face if they have autism. As a result of the developmental disabilities that they have, kids with autism may have particular trouble with […]
When babies smile, it’s one of the cutest things that they do, and it elicits responses filled with “oohs” and “aahs” from parents and others who see it. But, did you know that smiling is also an important part of a child’s development? That’s because for babies, smiling is a form of communication. It helps […]
Autistic people face many challenges that typically-developing people don’t face. They may have trouble with regular communication, with social skills and with basic life skills such as brushing their teeth or getting dressed. While these are all barriers that lie ahead of them, it’s in no way true that autistic people can’t live happy, successful […]
Autism can be diagnosed in children as young as 18 months old. Children who receive such a diagnosis at that young of an age will typically start to receive treatment to help them overcome the challenges they face since they aren’t developing on a typical timescale. This is a good thing when it comes to […]
Nearly 60 years ago, the United Kingdom’s National Autistic Society was looking for a way to symbolize what it means to have autism and to raise awareness for the developmental disorder. What they created in 1963 was a symbol that many people still associate with autism today — the puzzle piece. When that symbol was introduced, […]
