Horseback Riding for Autistic Adults: Does It Really Help?
“I know someone with autism who started speaking while horseback riding.”
“My son, at age 25, has begun to build friendships because …
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Autistic Children and Crowds: Coping Strategies Revealed
Autistic children generally shy away from crowds and may exhibit disturbing behavior when in company. There are ways of helping them to cope when they …
Continue ReadingHow to Make a Choice Board for Autistic Children
Providing a choice board for autistic children has many classroom benefits. It not only allows students to let you know what they would like in any …
Continue ReadingHow to Talk to Autistic Kids
Autism is a form of disability and many people are uncomfortable when conversing with the disabled. Autistic kids are even more of a challenge as they …
Continue ReadingActivities for Rett Syndrome: Beneficial Activities for Every Stage
Want some ideas for activities for Rett syndrome? Here are some activities that will be beneficial at each stage of this condition.
Continue ReadingWhat can Help Autistic People to Speak?
Impaired communication and an inability to speak are primary characteristics of the autism spectrum. Individuals in the higher-functioning end of ASD …
Continue ReadingThe Controversy of Chelation for Autistic Kids: What Does the Research Show?
One mother claims that chelation therapy cured her child’s autism, while another mother sues the practitioner who she claims killed her son with …
Continue ReadingDealing With Severe Autism Behaviors: Prevention and Reaction
Does someone you know have autism? Dealing with severe autism behaviors can be difficult, but you can take steps to both prevent these behaviors and …
Continue ReadingMaking a Difference through Counseling Adults with Autism
Treatment for autism usually centers on early intervention for young children. Adults with the disorder, however, need assistance with the continuing …
Continue ReadingSongs for Autistic Children: Ideas and Tips for the Classroom
Want to know more about how you can use songs for autistic children in your classroom? Read on and find out about how songs can be used for different …
Continue ReadingChildhood Disintegrative Disorder Treatment
Childhood disintegrative disorder (CDD) falls under the category of pervasive development disorders (PDD). CDD is particularly insidious and …
Continue ReadingDealing with Behavioral Problems in Autistic Adults: Practical Solutions
Looking for ideas on dealing with behavioral problems in autistic adults? This article talks about the various causes of problem behaviours and ideas …
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