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Why Do People with Autism Like Trains?

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a wide-ranging neurodevelopmental disorder that can affect people from all walks of life in all different ways. There are many things that define it, including challenges with social interactions and communication,…
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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…