Autism: It’s Not Just for Boys
According to the Centers For Disease Control And Prevention, about 1 in 59 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, also known as (ASD). These kids are “on the spectrum,” …
Finding The Best Treatment For Your Child
Having a child diagnosed with autism can be daunting. You wonder what this means for your child’s future, and how you will handle all of the challenges that this diagnosis brings to …
How Executive Functioning Impacts Behavior
Children with executive functioning differences, like Asperger’s, Autism Spectrum Disorder, often have behaviors that look like defiance, stubbornness, and mischief. Understanding the root of the behavior can help intervene appropriately, …
What Is The Right Age To Diagnose?
I often get questions from families like “Is my child too young to be tested?” “Why should we test her now? Won’t she grow out of it?” “Is it fair …