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RAADS-R Autism Test: History and Definitions

RAADS-R Autism Test: History and Definitions

Over the years, numerous diagnostic tests have emerged, each aiming to shed light on the intricacies of identifying autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in patients to improve their lives and help them get the essential services they require for autonomy. With the evolving...

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Halloween with Autism: 6 Tips to Keep It Fun and Less Scary!

Halloween with Autism: 6 Tips to Keep It Fun and Less Scary!

As the season changes, many festive holidays are just around the corner. However, amongst all the fun, holidays like Halloween with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can feel intimidating for many, especially children and teenagers. Some features that make these holidays...

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What Are The Types of Autism? A Guide to Terminology

What Are The Types of Autism? A Guide to Terminology

Autism encompasses various neurodevelopmental disorders, each positioned along a shared spectrum. In the past, most autism experts differentiated between the types of autism to show their distinct traits on a clinical level; individuals with autism usually received a...

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What Does PDA Mean? Pathological Demand Avoidance Overview

What Does PDA Mean? Pathological Demand Avoidance Overview

As parents or caregivers to individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), navigating the vast and complex landscape of diagnoses and syndromes possibly associated with your child's condition can be difficult. Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is a relatively new...

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Finding Mindfulness in Language Debates

Finding Mindfulness in Language Debates

Guest post written by Andrew Arboe Andrew Arboe is a self-advocate and public speaker with over five years of professional experience in the autism field. He works for FOCUS Center for Autism as a teacher assistant and for Anderson Center for Autism as a consultation...

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AAC Devices: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Child’s Needs

AAC Devices: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Child’s Needs

As a parent of a child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), navigating the world when your child is experiencing neurodiversity can feel overwhelming. Parents and autism providers recognize that autism has many layers requiring specialized attention and intervention...

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Autism-Friendly Environments: Growth Through Awareness

Autism-Friendly Environments: Growth Through Awareness

Autism-friendly environments: We are all affected by our surroundings. There are gloomy days where we don’t feel welcomed and wonderful days where we feel like the world has our back. For individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the environment can be their...

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Routines And Autism: 17 Tips For Resilience

Routines And Autism: 17 Tips For Resilience

Routines and autism: Routines are beacons of familiarity and order in a world that often seems to spin in unpredictable patterns. For most of us, adhering to set schedules provides stability, allowing us to navigate our days comfortably. But for individuals living...

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Tasium: An Innovative Company That’s Changing Lives

Tasium: An Innovative Company That’s Changing Lives

Jose Rodriguez's innovative company Tasium has provided a creative solution to better regulation and focus for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), attention deficit disorder (ADHD), anxiety, or other unique needs. Tasium, founded by the...

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5 Phenomenal Ways To Support Parents Of Children With Autism

5 Phenomenal Ways To Support Parents Of Children With Autism

According to the latest statistics, one in 36 children under eight will be diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Chances are, even if you are the parent of a neurotypical child, you or your children have friends or neighbors on the spectrum. Autism presents a...

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Caregiver Burnout: A Reality Many Autism Parents Experience

Caregiver Burnout: A Reality Many Autism Parents Experience

Unfortunately, all too often, caregivers and parents of children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) experience disempowering feelings of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion. The term typically used to describe this challenging experience, shared by...

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Pool Safety for Children with Autism: Keeping Kids Secure!

Pool Safety for Children with Autism: Keeping Kids Secure!

While summer is a fantastic time to enjoy the sun and spend more time outside with family, it's critical to prioritize pool safety for children with autism as you prepare for water activities like trips to the community pool or beach. This blog by ABA Centers of...

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Autism and Eye Contact: 3 Powerful Tips for Communication

Autism and Eye Contact: 3 Powerful Tips for Communication

Autism and eye contact: Eye contact is an essential aspect of social communication that plays a significant role in establishing connections and understanding nonverbal cues. Across cultures, people often perceive eye contact as a sign of attentiveness, honesty, and...

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Explaining Autism To Your Friends And Family In 4 Steps

Explaining Autism To Your Friends And Family In 4 Steps

An autism diagnosis is not something you should keep secret. At some point, you will be explaining autism to your friends and family and relying on them for understanding and support. Since these are the people closest to you in life, who will be spending time with...

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Financial Planning for Autism: Securing a Bright Future

Financial Planning for Autism: Securing a Bright Future

Financial planning for autism: Raising a child with autism brings unique challenges, and ensuring their financial security is paramount. We all want our children to succeed on their way to a prosperous life. However, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), particularly on the...

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