For parents with children who have only recently been diagnosed with ASD, the news can be jarring. But take heart because the challenges associated with the condition are surmountable, for sure. 👐 Unfortunately, there is neither a cure for autism nor a one-size-fits-all...

As a parent, staying calm and ensuring your child is safe is essential.  What to do: ☑️Remove dangerous items  ☑️Decrease stimulation  ☑️Be understanding of their emotions ☑️Give them time ☑️Make them feel safe and loved AutismSTEP aims to help children learn coping...

Kids with autism can be highly picky when it comes to eating. Here’s what you can do about it ⬇️ It’s common for children on the spectrum to be picky eaters. In fact, an estimated 46 to 89 percent of them have feeding problems. Various factors contribute to food...

Did you know that it’s not only people in the spectrum but all of us have stimming or self-stimulatory behaviours? You might not notice, but we often do this to cope with stressful situations. Most people use these “stims” from time to time and we can control them....

Every child on the spectrum is unique in their own way. While they face challenges, ABA therapy can assist them in becoming independent. 👌 ABA therapy teaches children the skills needed to create and maintain a community they can rely on. In addition, it improves language and...