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Autism Spectrum Disorder affects children of all races and cultures, however, the interventions developed for autism are primarily tested on Caucasians, economically sound and English-speaking populations. As a result, culturally and ethnically diverse populations are not appropriately represented in the research for autism.Despina Papoudi, an...
When your child is diagnosed with Autism it puts an emotional, financial and mental stress on the family and marriages can be at a greater risk of breaking down. Here are our tips on how to strengthen your bond as a couple while tending to a...
Social stories are an evidence-based learning tool used to exchange information between the parents, ASD professionals and the children and adults diagnosed with ASD.These were first conceptualized by Carol Gray, who was a teacher for autistic children in Michigan.The ones who create and design these...
Children on the ASD spectrum have difficulties playing with other children as their social communication skills are not well developed.This can hamper the child’s ability to initiate a game or invite others to join and coupled with cognitive difficulties can make it challenging for a...
https://vtcc.health/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/output_tmzggF.mp4Dressing up a child on the Autistic spectrum disorder is always a challenge.Following are a few strategies you can use which take into account the special sensory needs of your autistic child– Use textures that suit your childUnderstand the kind of clothing textures that cause irritability...
Often, raising a child with autism puts stress on the parents as they have to tend to their special needs. This results in parents spending very little of no time with the siblings and causes a range of conflicting emotions in the health sibling. Common challenges The...
Myths about Autism exist commonly due to lack of awareness and on the topic. Let us bust few of these myths. Myth - Autism is a Mental Disorder.There is a general impression that Autism is a mental disorder as many children on the autistic spectrum...
A diagnosis of Autism spectrum disorder must be communicated gently to the diagnosed child in order to aid their self-awareness.ReasonOften parents go through conflicting emotions once the doctor diagnoses their child and if there is no clear communication with the child, they may tend to...
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is a technique used to facilitate communication skills among children on the ASD spectrum with the help of pictures and visuals.The autistic children are guided to initiate communication by handing over a picture of the object that they desire...
It is important that you are aware of some of the basic legal education rights that your special ASD child enjoys in United States. Right to Public Education.The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) gives every person with a disability right to public education in the...
