AUTISM & MENTAL HEALTH: How Parents Can Help Kids Cope With Stress
In Singapore, approximately 1 in 150 children have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and while it brings unique strengths, it can also present challenges, particularly in dealing with stress and anxiety. As parents, we should be adept at identifying our child’s stressors...
Understanding the 3 Functional Levels of Autism
Children in the autism spectrum demonstrate different patterns of strengths and weaknesses. By understanding their functional level, parents and caregivers can make informed decisions in developing an effective and sustainable support system. The level that a person is...
5 FAQs About Autism Diagnosis and Screening
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by persistent challenges with social communication and interaction, as well as restricted and repetitive patterns of behaviour, interests, or activities. It is a spectrum disorder, which means...
3 Different Types of Autism
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition affecting about 1 percent of the population in Singapore. Additionally, a recent report in 2021 shows that at least 400 new cases of ASD are diagnosed each year and the risk of a sibling having ASD...
10 Notable Differences in Girls & Boys with ASD
There has been a rise in the number of individuals being diagnosed with autism in Singapore, according to a 2021 study. Additionally, according to the National University of Singapore – Institute of Policy Studies one in 150 children in Singapore are in the spectrum....
