Category: Autism Resources

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How to Maintain Good Oral Health for Kids with Autism

National Children's Dental Health Month falls in February, and if you've ever watched a child brush their teeth, you know …

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Regulating Screen Time for Kids with Autism

Kaiser Family Foundation reports that kids ages 8-18 spend 7.5 hours a day watching screens for entertainment, of which 4.5 …

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Helping Children Transition Between Activities

It can be challenging to help children transition from one activity to another. In particular, children with disabilities like autism …

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Black History Month: Celebrating 5 African-American People on the Autism Spectrum

We celebrate the achievements of 5 African-Americans with autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) during Black History Month.

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The Types and Levels of Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a lifelong disability that affects millions of people around the world. It impacts individuals of …

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How to Encourage the Spirit of Giving in Children with Autism

One of the most important values we can teach our children is being considerate of others. Teaching your child that …

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Top Books for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder by Age Group

Children's Book Week is a great time to help your child with autism spend more time with books and reading. …

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Cooking with Children with Autism

Cooking can be a great way to interact, connect, and teach necessary life skills to children with autism. Some kids …

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Effective Safety Tips for Halloween for Kids with Autism

Halloween can be a fun time for many children with autism spectrum disorder. However, the holiday can also present some …

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Autism in the Arts

Movie Review - Spectrum: A Story of the Mind