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Equine-Assisted Therapy for Autistic Children

Animals have long been known to provide many benefits for people, especially those who have special needs such as children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Dogs are the most commonly-used animal in therapies for children with autism, though…
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Therapy Dogs for Autism

Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often experience the world around them in very different ways than their neurotypical peers. They commonly face challenges with communication and social interaction, and also may experience sensory…
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How Does Autism Affect Physical Health?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that children are born with. It’s a lifelong disorder, meaning it is something that can’t be cured or that people grow out of as they get older. In many ways, people think…
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Does Cigna Cover ABA Therapy in Nebraska?

Acceptance, understanding and support for people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has come a long way in recent years. A majority of states, in fact, have passed legislation over the last 20 years that mandates certain levels of insurance…
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Understanding Animal-Assisted Therapy (AAT) for Autism

Animals and man have long had an interesting and interconnected relationship. Whether as food, helpers in farms and fields, or companions, animals have provided man with many benefits over centuries. In more modern times, animals have been…