Autism

Picky eaters with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) often struggle with atypical eating behaviors, food rejection, and aversions. These emotional, behavioral, and physical problems go beyond simple unwillingness or dislike of food. They are a facet of autism that is not always easy to understand or address. Individuals with autism may oppose more foods than they […]

Raising a neurodivergent child can be a complicated experience, especially when severe problem behaviors in autism begin to surface. These behaviors can be anything from self-injury and aggression to unexpected sexual behavior. Parents and caregivers need accurate information on why these challenging behaviors in autism occur and how to address them effectively. If you have

Many people with autism display self-stimulatory behavior known as stimming. When most people consider autism and those who stim, they often think of children who are non-verbal and engage in stereotypical behaviors such as spinning around in circles or flapping their hands compulsively. While this is undoubtedly a typical portrayal of autism by society today,

In response to the growing need for quality autism services and events, Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie created the Eagles Autism Challenge. The annual fundraising event presented by the Philadephia Eagles football team was designed to help support the growing needs of the neurodivergent population while giving families a chance to have a great experience

Autism Spectrum Disorder can be challenging on its own, but conditions co-occurring with autism can make treatment complex. In fact, people with autism are often at higher risk of having co-occurring conditions or comorbidities as they are called. This blog post will explain and explore some of the most common comorbidities of autism, including anxiety,

You’re not alone if you’re worried your child may be showing symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism and neurodiversity are becoming more and more prevalent, especially in children. The good news is that early screening and select treatments can help improve the quality of life for children with autism. This blog post about symptoms of

Positive and negative reinforcement in ABA therapy are key tools to help children learn new skills. ABA therapy is a behavioral approach known as the gold standard in helping children and families touched by autism spectrum disorder manage some of the challenges associated with the condition. In some cases, reinforcement in ABA therapy can also improve

Several Tylenol autism lawsuits have made headlines as families across the country sue Johnson & Johnson, the company that makes the popular household pain reliever. Parents believe their Tylenol use played a role in their child’s autism. New findings about the link between Tylenol and autism have recently come to light, making these claims more

Neurodiversity and autism have become popular topics over the years, especially recently, as awareness of neurodivergence has increased. However, it is clear that not everyone fully understands what neurodiversity is. Many people seem to think it is a problem that needs to be fixed, but this could not be further from the truth. This blog

If someone you love has autism, you may have asked yourself, “What is it like living with Autism Spectrum Disorder? People with autism often feel like they live in an alternate reality. It can be challenging to comprehend what it is like to have autism, as it is a neurodivergent condition. This means that how