... That suggests that something other than DNA -- perhaps the stress of living with autism -- may play a role in depression risk.The finding that autism without intellectual disability carried higher odds for depression highlights the need for earlier diagnosis, the researchers said." ...
Depression Strikes Nearly 1 in 5 Young Adults With Autism: Study
... That suggests that something other than DNA -- perhaps the stress of living with autism -- may play a role in depression risk.The finding that autism without intellectual disability carried higher odds for depression highlights the need for earlier diagnosis, the researchers said." ...
... We ended up finding a medication that worked, and we made lifestyle changes that helped as well.”It’s important to remember that autism may not need to be treated in everyone. Many adults are proud of their autism diagnosis and feel it is important to who they are. Often, they have many supports that allow them to succeed and thrive. ...
4 Treatment Options for Autism
... We ended up finding a medication that worked, and we made lifestyle changes that helped as well.”It’s important to remember that autism may not need to be treated in everyone. Many adults are proud of their autism diagnosis and feel it is important to who they are. Often, they have many supports that allow them to succeed and thrive. ...
... Another member moved from Europe to Florida in search of better services for her child with autism. While many parents on MyAutismTeam encounter hardships when finding the right school or school accommodations for their children, there are also success stories to celebrate. “[My son] now has his own aide at school. ...
Choosing Schools for a Child With Autism
... Another member moved from Europe to Florida in search of better services for her child with autism. While many parents on MyAutismTeam encounter hardships when finding the right school or school accommodations for their children, there are also success stories to celebrate. “[My son] now has his own aide at school. ...
... Find out more about how Marci supports autism parents and professionals at www.marcilebowitz.com. ...
... Some days, caring for a child with autism can make it hard to think about gratitiude. Managing your child's needs and behaviors may make it difficult to find time to focus on your own emotional well-being. Like most things in life, gratitude can get easier with practice. ...
Practicing Gratitude When Caring for a Child With Autism
... Some days, caring for a child with autism can make it hard to think about gratitiude. Managing your child's needs and behaviors may make it difficult to find time to focus on your own emotional well-being. Like most things in life, gratitude can get easier with practice. ...
... Have you found ways to celebrate the holidays while meeting the needs of a child with autism? Share in the comments below or post on MyAutismTeam. ...
... You may also need to connect with friends, family, or local resources for children with autism to find additional support if your intentions require taking breaks from caregiving. ...
... Other good reads: The Autism Speaks 100 Day Kit has a primer on OT and other therapies that is quite useful. “What to Ask of an Occupational Therapist” – from The Thinking Person’s Guide to Autism offers more information on sensory diets and everything else your OT can help you with. ...
... These coping mechanisms become more challenging when children with autism go to school. “When [my son] started school, he would not use the toilets,” one parent shared. “He’d hold it all day until he came home, or he'd wet his pants.” ...
Public Toilets and Children With Autism
... These coping mechanisms become more challenging when children with autism go to school. “When [my son] started school, he would not use the toilets,” one parent shared. “He’d hold it all day until he came home, or he'd wet his pants.” ...
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