When many people think of social skills, they picture conversations, eye contact, and playing with friends. But for autistic children, connection doesn’t always look like traditional back-and- forth talking. Socialization …
When parents bring their child to play therapy, one of the most common questions is, “What will this process look like?” Because play therapy is based on the idea that …
As the summer break winds down and the school bells ring in a new academic year, students across the country face the challenge of transitioning back into their school routines. …
The Importance of Early Autism Testing in Children Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that affects communication, behavior, and social interaction. Early detection and diagnosis are crucial for …
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that is characterized by challenges in social communication and interaction, as well as restricted, repetitive patterns of behavior, interest, or activities. According …
What is Executive Functioning? Executive functioning is an umbrella term that encompasses a variety of cognitive processes responsible for guiding, directing, and managing cognitive, emotional, and behavioral functions. These processes …
The old saying goes that apples do not fall far from their tree, and we see this idiom play out in the traits and features of our children. Some of …
Neurodiversity encompasses those with thinking and learning differences, including but not limited to: ADHD/ADD, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), Asperger’s syndrome, and learning differences. For many, the “thinking differently” aspect of …
The idea of self-compassion is one that may generate an eye-roll. Coming from a culture that prides itself on bootstraps, resilience, and strength, the term “self-compassion” may feel too soft …
Autism prevalence rates are growing. Most recent estimate from the Center for Disease Control is 1 in 68 children impacted by an autism spectrum disorder. Autism is almost 5 times …
