[ad_1] Being a single parent can be challenging and downright scary. But what happens when you are a single parent with a child (or children) on the autism spectrum? I know this topic doesn’t intimately touch everyone, but perhaps you know someone that is on this journey. Maybe you will relate to much of this…
[ad_1] We all know having an autistic child can be a challenge—in fact, it can even be stressful at times. But can it be a gift? Can you use the fact your child has autism to your advantage? Absolutely. By understanding him or her, you can have a better relationship with your child not just…
This video focuses on treatments to help children with ADHD in the home environment. Learn about the the role of psychosocial interventions in treatment of ADHD, and why these interventions work. Connect interventions with the “big ideas” in ADHD treatment and see demonstration of these techniques in real life examples. Speaker is Stephen L. Soffer,…
[ad_1] This month, my husband and I will celebrate our twentieth wedding anniversary. Twenty years ago, I wasn’t concerned with the latest autism research, inclusive education or fighting for disability rights. I was worried about my weight. My wedding dress fit perfectly except for an ugly bulge of belly fat. Three weeks out from W-Day,…
The rising rate of ADHD has many parents wondering if the diagnosis is too subjective. “I think there would probably be some chemical imbalance or something they would need to do further testing – other than making that decision or diagnosis just by looking at the child,” says dad Kris Willing. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder…
Lea Irzyk was 9 months pregnant with her second child when her 2 year-old son Jack was diagnosed with an autism spectrum disorder. Lea discusses life after Jack’s diagnosis and how her two sons reach developmental milestones differently. source Autism, ADHA Articles and Videos
[ad_1] Raising a child with autism is a reality for many parents, and it presents a number of regular challenges. Yet there are a number of practical approaches which can assist on the journey of bringing up a child who is on the autism spectrum, although it must be stated immediately that no two autistic…
[ad_1] Preparing your child with Autism for classroom routines is important. Whether it’s the start of the school year, transitioning back to classes from school breaks, or a refresher, common classroom routines can be easily adapted to suit your child’s needs and practiced in and outside the classroom. It is helpful to meet with the…