Most families I talk to today are always looking for facts and statistics about autism to help better educate themselves and their communities. Thanks to wearing many hats in the autism community, today I wanted to share the top 68 things I believe our community should know about autism...
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Teenagers on the spectrum are getting a dry run at college with the help of a new boarding program that aims to prepare them for the social side of higher education.
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A mom who homeschools her autistic son offers advice for others parents who want to homeschool a child on the autism spectrum successfully.
I am currently teaching a practicum where my students (who are actually teachers getting their master’s degree in special education) are teaching students with special needs. Some of these teachers are encountering students with autism for the first time and have felt some anxiety about this so they asked for some ideas and strategies to help them in the classroom. These are some of the suggestions that I have given them that I have used in the classroom successfully. 1. Use Task Analysis…
"The effects of change and transition can last a very long time and may or may not be outwardly obvious."
These are red flags for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a baby, toddler or pre-schooler—if you spot them, ask your paediatrician about early interventions
It may feel like mid summer but schools are revving up for a new school year. Whereas summer may mean a more relaxed schedule, time to explore different interests and meet new friends; school brings more structure, routine and a steady pace. If you haven’t already, you will soon be receiving school supply lists and... View Article
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"These are the things I'd keep in mind going into a new school year with an autistic student in my class."
"For Jake and I, Jetpulse Comics is more than capes and bad guys. It's about empowering our children and teaching them to unleash their inner heroes."
"It takes hard work to face obstacles and learn from them."
Some people view my autism as a weakness, but CAI sees it as a strength.
Students with Autism thrive in the world of CNC Machining. What many see as a Disadvantage is actually an Advantage for the students of "Uniquely Abled", a C...
In honor of Dr. Seuss's birthday, a blog on the lasting impact of his writing and how it affects one mom with a son with autism.
Experts say because the kids are out of school, they can lose traditional classroom objectives.
When Dr. Lisa Peña learned her daughter had autism, she struggled to find parenting resources and connect with families that had similar challenges.
A new school year can trigger more than typical jitters for kids on the spectrum Farmington Hills, MI — Starting back to school can be stressful for any family. The challenges of a new routine can be especially intimidating and meltdown-triggering for a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). At Centria Autism, a leading provider …