What Are The Different Causes of Autism?
When your child or a loved one is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), it’s natural to ask why — how did they develop autism and what caused them to have autism?
Even experts don’t fully understand the causes of autism as there might be several factors, including...
Why is Having a Schedule Important for a Child with Autism?
Schedules establish a predictable environment where the child can feel safe.
And because the child can understand expectations, you can use schedules to tell them what they can get if they do something they normally would not want to do. They know that play time, for...
Why is Early Assessment Important in Autism?
Getting an early autism assessment is crucial because it will pave the way for the proper interventions to take place. Early intervention can result in improved intellectual capabilities and better speech control, for instance.
Autism can significantly impact a child’s life,...
What is Tacting?
Tacting is an important skill to build especially for children with ASD. It can help them increase social communication and reduce repetitive language.
ABA therapy can unlock a child’s verbal potential and help them build the language skills necessary to describe their...
Autism Assessment for Children: What To Expect And How To Prepare For It
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) doesn’t look the same in all children, which makes it difficult to diagnose. ASD can sometimes be detected at 18 months of age, or even younger. Some children can get a diagnosis when they are around 2 or 3 years old, which is considered...
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