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Simple Ways to Help Your Child with ASD Sleep Without Medicine

November 24, 2016 by Aditi Srivastava • Autism Articles, Sleep

Insomnia (sleeplessness) is quite common among all age groups due to lifestyle changes and associated stressors, which also leads to anxiety depression, burn-out, and stress. Stress can cause complicated physiological changes such as increased blood pressure, heart rate, metabolic changes, or indigestion. Sleeplessness affects children with autism, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD),… Continue Reading

Sure Fire Ways to Help Your ASD Child Go To Bed

March 23, 2016 by Kim Faiman • Autism Articles, Sleep

In order to have a good day, your child must sleep. That is easier said than done when raising a child on the spectrum. The most important thing to establish immediately is a nighttime routine. This routine must be consistent and enjoyable. This is how we succeeded: Set a nightly bedtime and STICK TO IT!… Continue Reading

The Calming Effects of Essential Oils

June 28, 2015 by Courtney Barnum • Autism Articles, Autism Health, Sleep

More and more we are hearing about essential oils and the benefits of using them. Some time ago, I remember reading a thread in a private autism parents group. The gist was divided; half were for essential oils, half thought it was just another waste of time. Some parents even had the misconception that people… Continue Reading

Helping Your Child with Autism Sleep: An Overview of Sleep Hygiene and Behavioral Strategies

June 10, 2015 by Sujay Kansagra, M.D • Autism Articles, Sleep

Sleep problems are common amongst children. For children with autism, sleep can be even more challenging. Studies show that up to 80% of children with autism have some sort of sleep difficulties. Most often it is due to difficulty falling and/or staying asleep. The goal of this article is to review sleep hygiene and discuss… Continue Reading

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