Key Points: Every April 2nd, the world celebrates World Autism Awareness Day. The United Nations approved this day to encourage understanding and acceptance of autism. This year marks the 18th celebration. While April 2nd is the official day, the idea behind Everyday is Autism Awareness Day is to make awareness part of daily life. Many […]
Explore how rigid thinking affects individuals with autism and discover effective ABA strategies to support flexible behavior and reduce distress.
Key Points: Learning to take turns may seem simple, but for children on the autism spectrum, it’s a significant step toward stronger communication and meaningful connection. Autism turn-taking activities make social learning fun, natural, and rewarding. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 1 in 36 children in the U.S. is diagnosed […]
Learn how to create an effective daily routine for autistic adults. Discover practical strategies to build structure, reduce stress, and foster independence.
Key Points: Imagine walking into a room where every sound feels louder than it should. The vacuum roars like a jet. The microwave beep cuts through your thoughts. For many autistic children, this is a daily reality. Sound sensitivity and autism often go together, shaping how a child experiences the world. Some autistic individuals feel […]
Discover nonverbal autism signs, how it’s diagnosed, and strategies to support communication and growth in children with limited spoken language.
Discover practical task initiation strategies for autism. Learn tips, resources, and ABA support to help children start tasks more independently.
Learn what nonverbal autism is, how it presents, what causes it, and how to support children through symptoms using proven strategies like ABA therapy.
Explore what inflexibility means in autism, why it happens, and how to support individuals through practical strategies and evidence-based ABA therapy.
Key Points: Special interests in autism are more than just hobbies or passing phases; they are deeply focused passions that can shape how an autistic individual learns, communicates, and engages with the world. If you’re a parent, teacher, or caregiver, you’ve probably seen these interests firsthand: the child who knows every dinosaur species, the teen […]
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