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Effective Strategies for Teeth Brushing and Autism Challenges Oral health is a vital part of a child’s overall well-being, especially for children diagnosed with autism, but for many autistic children, daily hygiene routines like brushing their teeth can present serious challenges. Teeth brushing and autism often overlap with sensory sensitivities, communication difficulties, and struggles with […]

How to Calm an Autistic Child During Meltdowns Autistic meltdowns are intense, involuntary responses, often characterized as an intense response to overwhelming sensory or emotional input. Unlike tantrums in neurotypical children, meltdowns aren’t attention-seeking; they happen when an autistic child’s nervous system becomes overloaded and can no longer process the environment. These episodes may involve […]

How to Discipline a Child with Autism Effectively Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a child communicates, processes sensory input, and interacts with other children. Because children on the autism spectrum experience the world differently, they often struggle with emotional regulation, transitions, and understanding social […]

Parenting a Child with Autism: Essential Strategies Parenting a child with autism presents unique challenges and remarkable opportunities for growth. While an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis can be overwhelming at first, it also opens the door to better understanding your child’s needs, strengths, and potential. Every child with autism is different, with their mix […]