Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new data estimating that 1 in 31 children, or approximately 3.2% of 8-year-olds in the United States, are on the ASD spectrum.
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For parents and educators navigating the complexities of neurodiversity, stimming in autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a behavior that can sometimes attract attention. While everyone engages in some form of stimming (like tapping their foot or twirling their hair), it tends to be more pronounced in individuals on the autism spectrum.
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For children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families, mealtime can often feel like a struggle. Many parents face challenging eating behaviors in their children with ASD. These may include being extremely selective, exhibiting picky eating habits, or expressing disruptive outbursts when it’s time to sit down for meals.
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For many families, the holiday season is about spending time together, exchanging gifts, and enjoying delicious food!
However, for families of children and teenagers who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the holiday season can sometimes bring about additional stress, triggers, and behavioral outbursts that can limit the cheer.
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Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families face unique challenges when navigating school, daily life, and future opportunities. Fortunately, occupational therapy (OT) helps many to address these difficulties while strengthening and nurturing their neurodivergent loved one’s talents and interests.
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The start of a new school year can be overwhelming for any child or teenager. However, it can be distinctly challenging for those living with autism and anxiety. As a parent, it’s natural to worry about how your child with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may handle their transition into a new school season. In fact, many parents may find themselves considering the best ways they can support their child with autism and anxiety to have a better start to the new school year.
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Many children and teenagers with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis encounter unique challenges when engaging in physical activities like trying to play sports with autism and other organized, collaborative events. These difficulties with appropriate physical play while having ASD can sometimes stem from the common hurdles those on the ASD spectrum experience.
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Raising a child or teenager with a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can present unique obstacles for neurodiverse families, especially when it comes to addressing and managing challenging behaviors. For parents of children on the spectrum, these behaviors may include aggression, self-injury, tantrums, wandering, and more. If left untreated, they can be dangerous or even life-threatening for some, making it crucial to understand and address maladaptive behaviors for better outcomes in life with ASD.
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