January 26, 2016 11:05 am
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Autism is a complex disorder that has many related conditions that have similar symptoms and overlapping symptoms. Dyslexia is one such related disorder that may be difficult to recognize among other symptoms of autistic children. ...
January 19, 2016 10:12 am
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When parents hear that their child has trouble planning, organizing, making decisions, transitioning, and learning from past mistakes many respond, “Of course my elementary school child can’t do this, he/she is so young, not an...
January 12, 2016 11:20 am
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Being handed a diagnosis of Autism or being told your child is on the Autism Spectrum can be overwhelming enough, but finding out that your child has related conditions may be just too much to...
January 5, 2016 10:34 am
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January 1st starts the season of making resolutions to eat healthier, exercise more and be kinder to our fellow humans. For parents who have a child on the spectrum, your list may look a little...
December 28, 2015 3:42 pm
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Turning 18 years old in our society means a person has reached the age of majority and now has legal rights that were once controlled by parents. Those rights could include decisions about medical treatment,...
December 8, 2015 10:24 am
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The terms Autism, Asperger’s Syndrome, Spectrum Disorders and Pervasive Developmental Disorder are thrown around and used interchangeably, often confusing the true meaning and characteristics of each. While there is considerable overlap among the different forms...
December 3, 2015 12:09 pm
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The word autism can sometimes be confusing. Since autism is a spectrum disorder it means there is a wide variation of how it impacts each person. Every child on the autism spectrum has unique abilities,...
December 1, 2015 9:36 am
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“Tis the season to be merry and bright, right? Decorating, shopping, family gatherings and, of course, gifts are some of the mainstays of the holiday season. Christmas, Thanksgiving and New Years, however, can bring both...
November 24, 2015 12:13 pm
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How does the law protect children and adults with autism and autism spectrum disorders? Legislation for people who have been diagnosed with autism exists in the areas of education, health insurance, financial security and guardianship. ...
November 17, 2015 9:19 am
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Ever wonder about the prevalence of speech disorders and how they can impact your child’s behavior and learning? According to the National Institute of Deafness and other Communication Disorders(NIDCD) the prevalence of speech sound disorders...