7 Ways to Improve Social Skills for Children on the Spectrum

No parent likes to watch a child struggle in any scenario. As a developmental disorder, autism impacts a child’s ability to interact and communicate with others in a social situation such as a classroom, or outside amongst other peers. Having…
Sensory Toys

Sensory Tips and Toys For Childen With Autism

Many children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) have problems processing sensory information. Hyporesponsive or hyperresponsive children might react with meltdowns, withdrawal, or other challenging behaviors. Unfortunately meeting the needs…
Child during an evaluation for autism

What is the process of getting my child evaluated for autism?

Understanding what the process entails to get your child evaluated for autism.  Where can I go to get my child evaluated for autism? There are a couple of things to take into consideration prior to getting your child evaluated for autism. …
Observing child for early signs or symptoms of autism

What Are Early Signs And Symptoms Of Autism?

Highly trained and experienced providers, diagnose autism using a checklist of criteria. There are multiple approaches to quantify one’s autism severity, including various rating scales and questionnaires measuring autism traits and behaviors.…
Autism Spectrum Disorder

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability involving persistent challenges with social communication, restricted interests, and repetitive behavior. There is often nothing about how they look that sets them apart from other…