Many parents of children on the spectrum worry that their child can never have the level of freedom their neurotypical peers experience in adulthood. While for some this may be true to one extent or another, independence is something that can be built in any child on...
Communication is nothing short of complex. Be it the methods in which we communicate, the subject of our message or how we communicate the message- there are seemingly endless variables involved. Now, factor in a neurodevelopmental disorder and the complexities grow...
Managing your feelings is no easy task, especially during high stress times. For children on the autism spectrum, identifying emotions and dealing with anxiety can be exceptionally difficult. It’s important to know how to best support your child as they navigate their...
Motivation is not easy to come by. Whether it’s getting yourself to the gym or forcing yourself to study, work late or read a book, it can be very difficult to find the motivation to complete tasks you don’t consider enjoyable. For children, this is even more...
If you’re the parent or caretaker of a child on the spectrum, chances are you get exposed to plenty of information surrounding symptoms, treatment, best strategies and much more. It can be especially difficult to sort through that information when it’s conflicting or...