Top Advice on Surviving the Tween and Teen Years With Autism
Hi, my name is Leanne. I’m from Upstate New York and have Asperger’s syndrome. As we all know, the tween and teen years are rough for most people. However, for people on the autism spectrum, this time in life can be especially hard, and can bring on some unique challenges. People with autism go through […]
Continue readingDating and Special Needs: Are You Ready?
Most parents of teens tell me they are not ready for their baby to date! No question, their teens are curious, developing sexually in a typical manner (thank you, puberty), wondering/anxious about dating, and are truly considering the possibility of dating. Before we get to the horrors and anxieties of dating, let’s recall some of […]
Continue readingIssue 72 – Sensory Solutions For Life
Buy Single Issue Subscribe today and save 50% Features: Top Strategies To Enhance Your Child’s Capacity For Self Love A parent coach provides two exciting activities to help encourage self-love. Connie Hammer, MSW, PCI Certified Parent Coach® Autism and ADHD: Do You Know How To Help With Co-occurring Conditions? Learn both the differences and […]
Continue readingNavigating the Abyss of Autism On the Spectrum
My name is James Link. I am 21 years old and was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) twice. My mom wanted these two different diagnoses so we would be better able to plan for my education and future. The diagnostic process was very different both times. My mom suspected that I had autism because […]
Continue reading5 Tips to Finding a New Love When You Have Children with Autism
As a single parent, dating may not always be at the forefront of your thoughts. Taking care of children, a home, and working is enough to keep anyone so busy that the thought of going out may be just too much. But, you can’t lose yourself in taking care of everyone else. You need to […]
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