Many wonder why anyone would practice self-injury, as it is painful and dangerous. However, with autistic children, self-injury occurs more often than not. There are several theories as to why this practice can be prevalent in autistic children, and there … Continue reading →
Autistic children and adults often seek pressure in a variety of ways to calm themselves and cope with sensory overload. Oftentimes, hugs and squeezes from other people can cause more distress because autistic children or adults are often unable to … Continue reading →
Oftentimes the first thing that comes to mind when a person sees an autistic kid is uncertainty. There is uncertainty about the child’s future, uncertainty about having a successful life, and uncertainty of survival in the real world. These uncertainties … Continue reading →
It is very important that parents get involved with their kids especially when it comes to their health and well being. This is the reason why a lot of parents must be aware of the signs of autism to know … Continue reading →
Discovering your child has autism may be a distressing ordeal, and unfortunately, time is of the essence. As a parent, you do not have the time to consider why or how this happened, only what to do next. The most … Continue reading →
Every child is special; this phrase is usually said to people who become parents. However, what about the kids who are born into this world with some kind of disorder or difference? Are they also considered special or just plain … Continue reading →
If you or your child has autism, some of the most basic things you can study and learn are your rights. Every American citizen is protected under the constitution, and there are special laws that have been passed to help … Continue reading →
When dealing with autism, just as in most other disorders, you will be faced with a number of treatment options for yourself or your child. These include treatments that are educational, behavioral, biomedical, nutritional, and sensory. Unfortunately, for patients who … Continue reading →
Many parents hope that in finding a source of autism, this disorder can be cured or prevented. Unfortunately, scientists have yet to find one single reason why children develop autism. It is possible that someday autism will be linked to … Continue reading →
When a doctor first suggests that your child has autism, your immediate reaction might be disbelief and the urge to seek a second, third, or even fourth opinion. Because autism is so different in every child, it is a tricky … Continue reading →
