"The moment my child was diagnosed, I dropped all my assumptions about autism. It was so freeing....
... "If something doesn't seem right, I trust my gut and look for answers." - Member of MyAutismTeam"When my child was first diagnosed, I kept my mouth shut even if a teacher or therapist said something incorrect about autism or my child. ...
The Importance of Trusting Yourself
... "If something doesn't seem right, I trust my gut and look for answers." - Member of MyAutismTeam"When my child was first diagnosed, I kept my mouth shut even if a teacher or therapist said something incorrect about autism or my child. ...
... In other words environmental factors, mental engagement, learning new thing, can all affect brain structure and intelligence.The quantitative side of me was alert to the small sample size and correlation/causality questions, but my non-scientific, gut reaction to this news screamed out, “Of course it does!” ...
Teens IQ’s and Brains Can Change – Of Course!
... In other words environmental factors, mental engagement, learning new thing, can all affect brain structure and intelligence.The quantitative side of me was alert to the small sample size and correlation/causality questions, but my non-scientific, gut reaction to this news screamed out, “Of course it does!” ...
... Sometimes it looks like meditating to clear the mind. How do you stop fear from taking over? Join the conversation below. ...
... But something to keep in mind. Does it give you piece of mind and help with family planning? – Much of the recent research in autism genetics is around something called “copy number variation” or CNV. If our genetic code reads like a book, then CNV would be like having duplicate copies of some of the pages in the book. ...
Is it worth getting diagnostic tests for autism spectrum disorders?
... But something to keep in mind. Does it give you piece of mind and help with family planning? – Much of the recent research in autism genetics is around something called “copy number variation” or CNV. If our genetic code reads like a book, then CNV would be like having duplicate copies of some of the pages in the book. ...
... When times are tough, let your mind wander to a time when your child has made you laugh. If your life is anything like ours, your mind won’t have to wander far. On any given day, I can count the melt downs on one hand. But most days the number of times my boys make me laugh are far more than the number of fingers on my hand. ...
My Perspective: How Do You Do It All?
... When times are tough, let your mind wander to a time when your child has made you laugh. If your life is anything like ours, your mind won’t have to wander far. On any given day, I can count the melt downs on one hand. But most days the number of times my boys make me laugh are far more than the number of fingers on my hand. ...
... They each have more than one child on the autism spectrum.In a sibling study between 2003 and 2008, the MIND Institute found that the likelihood of parents having a second child with autism was between 15 and 20%. ...
... Such a brilliant mind. Such a needed advocate for society to understand the experiences of someone on the spectrum."What book about autism do wish you knew about when your child or someone you care for was first diagnosed? Share in the comments below! ...
Four Books About Autism You Should Read
... Such a brilliant mind. Such a needed advocate for society to understand the experiences of someone on the spectrum."What book about autism do wish you knew about when your child or someone you care for was first diagnosed? Share in the comments below! ...
... For many, particularly those that are non-verbal it is extremely difficult for them to communicate to us what they are experiencing.Many but not all manifestations of underlying medical conditions also are present with compromised breathing.Effective respiration and diaphragmatic control is essential for:- Strengthening the immune system, brain and gut ...
What Causes Meltdowns?
... For many, particularly those that are non-verbal it is extremely difficult for them to communicate to us what they are experiencing.Many but not all manifestations of underlying medical conditions also are present with compromised breathing.Effective respiration and diaphragmatic control is essential for:- Strengthening the immune system, brain and gut ...
... Finding something to be thankful for, whether great or small, can help calm your mind and lift your mood.The evidence of 15 years of research shows that in general, an attitude of gratitude may benefit one's daily well-being, and not just in psychological ways. ...
Practicing Gratitude When Caring for a Child With Autism
... Finding something to be thankful for, whether great or small, can help calm your mind and lift your mood.The evidence of 15 years of research shows that in general, an attitude of gratitude may benefit one's daily well-being, and not just in psychological ways. ...
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