... Making friends is one of the top 10 topics most discussed.Here are some conversations about making friends:• Success! ...
Making Friends and Autism
... Making friends is one of the top 10 topics most discussed.Here are some conversations about making friends:• Success! ...
Public restrooms can be a challenging place for children with autism and their parents. Crowds, l...
Navigating Asperger’s and reflecting on other learning differencesby Michael McManmon, Ed.D., (or...
Finding the right school environment can be a stressful process for parents of children with auti...
This blog is the fourth in a support series for parents by Marci Lebowitz, occupational therapist...
... These can be easily integrated into your daily lifestyle and routine, possibly in the car, washing dishes, doing laundry, making dinner, putting kids to bed, etc.Tip #1 – Understand the impact of your state on your child.Being calm at your child’s times of need gives them a feeling of calm they can begin to mirror.Managing your own state as a parent ...
Tips For Calming Your Child With Autism
... These can be easily integrated into your daily lifestyle and routine, possibly in the car, washing dishes, doing laundry, making dinner, putting kids to bed, etc.Tip #1 – Understand the impact of your state on your child.Being calm at your child’s times of need gives them a feeling of calm they can begin to mirror.Managing your own state as a parent ...
... Even though he still struggles from time to time with pushing or shoving he is doing so well and making lots of friends.Yes, my son is academically behind but he can do so much. He is not bound by his Individual Education Program (IEP) to define who he is. Hunter visually excels and can do amazing things. ...
My Perspective: My Son With Autism Has a Beautiful Smile!
... Even though he still struggles from time to time with pushing or shoving he is doing so well and making lots of friends.Yes, my son is academically behind but he can do so much. He is not bound by his Individual Education Program (IEP) to define who he is. Hunter visually excels and can do amazing things. ...
... Every time you're making a choice, ask yourself if it's going to cultivate the experience of unity and love or the experience of separation and stress." – Deepak ChopraWe all experience fear. When it comes to caring for a child with autism, fear can manifest in many ways. Sometimes our initial diagnosis gives us fears about our quality of life. ...
Replace Fear-Based Thinking with Love-Based Thinking
... Every time you're making a choice, ask yourself if it's going to cultivate the experience of unity and love or the experience of separation and stress." – Deepak ChopraWe all experience fear. When it comes to caring for a child with autism, fear can manifest in many ways. Sometimes our initial diagnosis gives us fears about our quality of life. ...
... According to the American Psychological Association, active coping strategies like getting organized and making a plan for supporting your child can improve mental and emotional well-being.Create Space for AutismIt’s normal to feel out of control when you first learn your child has autism. ...
Your Child Has Just Been Diagnosed With Autism. Now What?
... According to the American Psychological Association, active coping strategies like getting organized and making a plan for supporting your child can improve mental and emotional well-being.Create Space for AutismIt’s normal to feel out of control when you first learn your child has autism. ...
... When the theme music for the video tour began, her son’s ears perked up, he turned around, began dancing, moving his arms and feet, smiling, making eye contact, and for a moment, “Autism didn’t exist. ...