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A Safe Car Is A Happy Car
Car rides with Autistic children can be both calming and challenging. Here’s how to make them safer and more enjoyab...
Be Thankful With Your Autism Child
The Thanksgiving season can be uniquely joyful for families with an ASD child, though it may come with its own set o...
An Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Therapist’s View On Chewing
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Q: How are chews used in ABA therapy?
A: Chews help manage biting and oral behaviors by providing a s...
Four Tips For a Fun, ASD-Friendly Summer Break
As summer vacation approaches, here are four tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable break for children with ASD:
Mai...
What to Expect When Taking Your Child with Autism to the Dentist
1. Meeting New People:
Familiarize Your Child: Choose a pediatric or special needs dentist. Request a pre-appointme...
How to Keep a Chew With Your Child at All Times
Chews are valuable tools for calming and soothing children with special needs, but keeping one readily available can ...
Explaining Valentine’s Day to a child with autism
Valentine’s Day can be a challenge for children with autism, but with some preparation and understanding, it can be a...
Strategies to Soothe and Calm
Handling a child’s public meltdown can be challenging, especially for those with anxiety, ADHD, sensory disorders, or...
ASD and the HoliDaze
Bright lights, loud music, busy crowds, new situations, interacting with new people and strangers—the holidays can be...
Turkey Day Tips: Thanksgiving and Autism Spectrum Disorder
Thanksgiving is a time to spend with family. It signals the start of the holiday season and the hustle and bustle tha...
Explaining Autism to your Kid
As more children with autism are integrated into schools and playgrounds, it's important to educate your child about ...
Halloween with Autism
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Halloween can be overwhelming for children with autism, but with some preparation, you can make the night enjoyable...