Autism

In the new film, “My Apocalyptic Thanksgiving,” a zombie-obsessed adult on the spectrum searches for his mother, but his journey involves challenges like a Korean family and a street gang competing to be his family. Marcus, the lovable main character, teaches the rest of the film’s characters powerful lessons of forgiveness guided by his favorite […]

The world is in a complete panic over COVID-19. This is obvious to almost everyone living through this challenging time. For many parents of children with autism, the intensity of the covid terror can be magnified times ten, making life feel impossible to navigate. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) can make any situation more complex, and

There has been a substantive increase in autism rates over the years, making it a global matter that affects every community worldwide. According to the CDC, 1 in 44 children will be identified as being on the autism spectrum. Considering these trends and research, many experts expect a continued increase in autism prevalence as time progresses. So, what does

Did you know that girls with autism are often overlooked? It’s a huge problem. Overlooking girls with autism produces stress for many families left underserved and without the valuable resources needed to raise healthy neurodivergent children. As a result, entire communities suffer. Without an appropriate diagnosis, society and educational systems struggle to support a neurodivergent child’s developmental needs and expression. Helping

Sensory issues and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affect many children and families daily. These children struggle with sights, smells, tastes, and textures. This can make everyday life very difficult for them and their families. ABA therapy is an approach that is very effective in addressing sensory difficulties. This blog post will discuss ten ways ABA therapy can help children with

Raising a teenager with autism can bring on a lot of anxiety and uncertainty for many families. This period of life is often full of significant changes, like moving out of a childhood home to starting college or finding a job. It can be difficult for those on the autism spectrum to navigate these personal

If your child has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you may wonder which is the most effective, home vs. center-based ABA therapy. You realize how important it is for your child to master the skills they need to live the most independent life possible, so you want to make the best decision possible.

There’s a lot of available information on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), but we’ve compiled 10 important autism facts you might not know! We hope these facts help you understand an autism diagnosis differently. You can also check out our companion article, 10 Autism Websites You Might Not Know About. 1. Autism Spectrum Disorder now affects

Dr. Riva Ariella Ritvo created the RAADS-R  (Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale-Revised) test to address the significant gap in autism screening services for adults. With the climbing rates of people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) worldwide, autism research is addressing how many adults may have the condition and not even know it. The fact

Mindfulness and autism may not seem to have much to do with each other, but the practice of quieting the mind and becoming present, known as mindfulness, has become more prominent in every level of our society. From kindergarten teachers to Google executives, mindfulness is popular. Mindfulness most commonly refers to the practice of becoming