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07 May

5 Tips for Successful Playdates with Autistic Children

5 Tips for Successful Playdates with Autistic Children Establishing and developing friendships is a vital part of children's development. A great way to encourage this is to set up playdates with other children. For autistic children, this can sometimes be difficult due to changes in routine, environments, new people, and more. That said, children with autism want to play with others and make friends just as much as their neurotypical peers. 5 Tips for Successful Playdates with Autistic Children There are steps that parents and caregivers can take to help create successful playdates for their autistic children. Let’s take a…

22 Apr

What Parenting an Autistic Child is Like

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It is estimated that 1 in 54 children are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Autism is a term for a wide range of conditions. Challenges with verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors are seen across the spectrum. What Parenting an Autistic Child is Like There is no one cause of autism. Genetics is one of the most well-known factors. Research contributes several factors such as environmental and infection as possible reasons for some cases of autism. As you learn about autism, you may wonder what it is like to parent an autistic child. Let's take some time to talk…

06 Apr

5 Strategies To Calm Children With Autism

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Children with autism tend to have difficulties interacting socially. That’s why they may act out or have a full meltdown when stressed, confused, afraid, and anxious about something. 5 Strategies To Calm Children With Autism Different from tantrums, autism meltdowns are an intense response to overwhelming circumstances. The common triggers include changes in routine, sensory differences, communication difficulties, and anxiety. Getting overly anxious leads to a meltdown or involuntary coping mechanism. In this article, you’ll learn some effective strategies to calm children with autism. See below: Have Your Child Wear A Weighted Vest A weighted vest for kids can hold weight. This…

06 Apr

Financial Assistance Resources For Parents of Autistic Children

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Financial Assistance Autistic Children Raising kids is an expensive affair at the best of times. It’s pretty much non-stop costs, from the day they come into the world, through school and their teenage years. For many of us, life wouldn’t be complete without our children, and the commitment wasn’t some lifestyle choice – it’s something deep within us and arguably why we’re here in the first place. Financial Assistance Resources For Parents of Autistic Children Yet, suppose your child has special needs. That puts an even more significant strain on your finances, and even though it’s not your primary concern in…

05 Apr

How Montessori Can Help Your Autistic Child Learn Through Play

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Parents of autistic children often worry when their little ones reach school-going age. They are concerned if the educational approach or the institution they choose for their child will be a good fit for their learning needs. Autism is a spectrum disorder that impairs a child's ability to interact and communicate with others. This means a child with autism will have drastically different learning needs compared to other children. How Montessori Can Help Your Autistic Child Learn Through Play Taking your autistic child to a traditional learning institution may also make it difficult for your child to achieve developmental milestones.…

02 Apr

What Are the Schooling Options for a Child with Autism?

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When deciding how to educate your child with autism, there are several options, from home-schooling to public school. But, which one is best for your child? If your child has had issues in the public school system in the past, it’s worth speaking to education solicitors who can inform you of your legal standing. Otherwise, it’s easier to make an informed decision from the get-go. In this post, we’re going to help you do just that by covering the three main ways you can school your child with autism to help you decide which option is best for you. Which…

28 Mar

4 Key Tips for Designing Homes for Autistic Children

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Autistic children live in a different world because of certain impairments in their processing of sensory information. They may fail to notice or overreact to an environmental stimulus. This is why as parents or caretakers of Autistic children, you need to be careful about the averment they are placed in. Key Tips for Designing Homes for Autistic Children Childproofing the home for an autistic child is not easy as every parent is aware that there are no easy solutions. There could be risks due to curious and nosy neighbors or those kitchen appliances or even those stairs. The truth is…

16 Mar

5 Ways AI Will Impact Education For Autistic Children

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5 Ways AI Will Impact Education For Autistic Children Children with autism have been stigmatized and ostracized in society because of the lack of understanding of this condition. In the pursuit to understand children with this condition better, Artificial Intelligence (AI) developers have started brainstorming possible solutions for teaching students with autism. 5 Ways AI Will Impact Education For Autistic Children Progress in this progress has offered more profound insights into this condition in general and the best way to interact with children with autism. AI is anticipated to change the ball game soon when passing instruction to students with autism.…

16 Mar

Financial Assistance Resources For Parents of Autistic Children

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Financial Assistance Resources Autistic Raising kids is an expensive affair at the best of times. It’s pretty much non-stop costs, from the day they come into the world, through school and their teenage years. For many of us, life wouldn’t be complete without our children, and the commitment wasn’t some lifestyle choice – it’s something deep within us and arguably why we’re here in the first place. Yet, suppose your child has special needs. That puts an even more significant strain on your finances, and even though it’s not your primary concern in that situation, money influences the quality of everything…

24 Feb

Creating a Better Home Environment for Children with Autism

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When living with a child with autism, it is imperative to create a safe, functional, and comfortable home. The environment in which an autistic child grows can significantly impact their development, social connections, and lifestyle. Creating a Better Home Environment for Children with Autism Autistic individuals can be sensitive to different sounds, colors, and light, among other stimuli. Understanding their symptoms is very important when you want to help them and make them feel comfortable. If you are looking to create a conducive environment for the optimal growth of your child, you will want to pay attention to the following:…