Do you need health and wellness tips for family members? Do you have a child with autism who needs a higher level of care that you may be able to provide? When it comes to maintaining a child’s health, many children with autism need special attention and support. That doesn’t mean you can’t do it,…
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COVID-19 has created many obstacles for families like your own. For families with special needs during pandemic conditions, it can be hard to find enough of the resources needed to provide ongoing support and guidance. Suddenly, you may not have access to the people helping you with your autistic child, and coronavirus is simply limiting…
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Teens with autism are going through most of the same challenges that other teens do. However, teens with autism also have struggles that are unique. Finding ways to manage those difficulties while also improving communication and connection is possible. One of the tools that may help you is using daily routines for teens. At Discover…
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Is it okay for a child with ASD to play outdoors? Spending time outdoors is important to most people. It is beneficial for mental health and helps to ensure that the body gets enough Vitamin D. Yet, for kids with autism, it can be both enjoyable and a bit risky if you’re unsure how to…
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The pandemic has created a lot of change and hardship for families with a loved one who has autism. Screen time and coronavirus seem to go hand-in-hand. Your child may be engaging in a lot more time on their tablets or smartphones, leading to increased access to social media and the internet in general. Is…
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Many children with autism engage in ways that others do not see as appropriate or safe. When your child is upset, your natural reaction is to calm them. That’s not always easy to do when someone has autism. Even with the best autism tips, you may find it hard to manage these situations. Understanding the…
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What can we do to make an autism-friendly world? That’s a big question, and many things need to happen before it can occur. Yet, if you think about what it would mean, allowing people to be who they are and live in peace, it is worth the work. Living with autism can seem impossible right…
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Your child’s needs are unique. You know what he or she uses daily to help them to manage their tasks and responsibilities. At the same time, you may be looking for new ways to expand their skillset. These learning resources for children with autism may help you. We encourage you to use them and our…
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Finding holiday gift ideas for children who have autism can be downright challenging. Some children have material and touch sensory problems. Others respond differently to sounds or lights. No matter the age of your child, you want him or her to have the tools and resources they need to function at their best. That’s why…
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There is a lot to do during the holidays. There are many high expectations for you and your family. When you have a child with autism, things are often not in their routine. They have high demands themselves. Holiday stress and alone time typically don’t go hand-in-hand. Your child may need that break. At Discover…
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