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For families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), beginning a treatment program is a critical step. Early intervention therapy is key for the best outcomes, as it can set your child up for success in school and in their relationships. However, as you start the process of treatment, you might wonder how long autism… Continue reading What Is The Timeline For Your Child’s Autism Treatment?
Supporting children, young adults, and adults with an autism spectrum disorder or ASD can be challenging for families and caregivers. This is especially true when events cause major upheavals to an individual’s schedule. Over the past number of months, the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the lives of millions. Few have been left untouched or unaffected… Continue reading How To Help Regulate Emotions During A Pandemic
Millions of children and young people have had their lives changed by the novel coronavirus pandemic. Specifically, both private and public schools have had to change their attendance policy at nearly every level, moving much of their teaching online to a virtual learning environment. Some students have been able to adapt, while others have struggled.… Continue reading Keeping Kids Connected To Loved Ones Online
Parents and caregivers of individuals diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, can face significant challenges during mealtime. It’s not uncommon to have tantrums, ritualistic eating behavior, or food selectivity and sensitivity. All of which makes providing proper nutrition difficult. Ascend Autism works with families to address the underlying behavioral root causes of these… Continue reading Autism Diet and Nutrition Tips
Children with autism have unique ways of interacting with the world around them. Part of the challenge of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is helping children manage how the world impacts them. Finding and designing activities for children with autism helps them do this. Learning through play is very effective to teach new skills to children… Continue reading 5 Sensory Activities for Children With Autism
According to the most recent estimates by the Center for Disease Control (CDC), Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects an estimated 1 in every 54 children. But presentations of ASD vary widely on the spectrum. For instance, some individuals exhibit impairments in social communication and interaction, while other individuals with ASD may engage in repetitive patterns… Continue reading What Is the Autism CARES Act?
Getting a child screened and diagnosed properly makes a major difference in treating and caring for individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Early intervention has proven effective in helping young children improve their development and life with the condition. Also, it’s allowed parents and caregivers to learn what needs to be done, so their family… Continue reading Finding Additional Autism Care For My Preschooler
As a developmental disorder affecting verbal and nonverbal communication, autism’s impact on children three to five years old is significant. During this time, children first begin to socialize and interact with others beyond their immediate family. Often, this is a time when experts identify autism since it is when some classic characteristics first appear. Resistance… Continue reading What Is CPSE?
Let’s be honest. Most are not excited about an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis. However, the stigma previously associated with autism spectrum disorder has thankfully begun to fade. More than ever, it is vitally important to focus on acknowledging and treating ASD. The range of conditions or symptoms covered by the term “autism spectrum” is vast.… Continue reading Life Before an ASD Diagnosis: Pre-Testing or Screening
New Autism Guidelines For the first time in more than a decade, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has released a full clinical report on Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), including new guidelines for the identification and treatment of children on the spectrum. The full report, Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder,… Continue reading New Autism Guidelines
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