Top Tips on How to Transition a Child With ASD Back to School
The time has come! Summer is winding down, and it is that of year when your kids need to start preparing themselves to go back to school. As a parent, you have mixed emotions about starting the new school year. On the one hand, you are excited to have some “me” time again. However, on […]
Continue readingExpert Tips for Getting the Most Out Of an AAC Device
In my recent article published in Autism Parenting Magazine, Issue 67, I focused on the augmentative and alternative (AAC) communication evaluation process and on answering commonly asked questions. Many people have a misconception that once you receive an AAC communication device, this is the end of your journey. This is just the beginning! Receiving an […]
Continue readingSimple Ways to Transition Back to School With Autism
Returning to school can be stressful for all children, but especially for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and their families. While summer activities such as visiting new places, staying with extended family, and attending school holiday care can be enjoyable, they can also be extremely disruptive for children with autism. We need to take […]
Continue readingIssue 66 – Finding Calm and Balance
Buy Single IssueSubscribe today and save 50%Features:The Best Fidget Toys to Relieve Stress and AnxietyAn occupational therapist and owner of a sensory toy subscription service describes the most popular fidget toys that can help calm children with autism.Christina Kozlowski, OTR/L The Importance of Activity and How to Include it in Daily LifeDiscover the many ways to […]
Continue readingIssue 51 – School: Preparing Your Child for Transition
Buy Single IssueSubscribe today and save 50%Features:Using Simple Rewards to Get Your Child with Autism to School on Time!The president of Total Life Counseling Center shares his expert tips for making the morning school routine go more smoothly.Jim West, MA, LMHC 5 Top Ways to Emotionally Connect with Your Child with AutismA professional coach shares top […]
Continue readingIssue 22 – Back to School Special Edition
Dear Readers, As the time comes to go back to school, apprehension can begin to build for families with autistic children as well as for the children themselves. New people, new classrooms, new rules and new routines – it can all be a little overwhelming. In this special back to school edition we hope to give […]
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