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Autism Spectrum Disorder affects 1 in every 68 children in the United States.  Although ASD primarily impacts the brain, children with autism are also highly affected by (GI) gastrointestinal issues that have a drastic effect on their emotions and mental health. According to recent studies, 9 out of 10 autistic children suffer from gastrointestinal issues…

Parenting is challenging. Taking care of a child, while teaching him/her how to become the best version of themselves is tough. Now, parenting a child with autism takes things to the next level due to all the challenges that come with ASD diagnosis. Children with autism cannot be raised like their neurotypical peers for they…

Every child on the autism spectrum is different, and since they are no cases alike, this means all have different needs and strengths. In the educational sector, the standard is pretty even, which can be challenging for children with autism because even in autistic oriented schools there are no 2 cases alike which is why…

Children on the autism spectrum take longer than other children to adapt and learn social skills. This is due to different kinds of reasons such as sensory issues or late conversational skills, however, it is not impossible to teach your child social skills and how to get along with other children. Social Skills In Autism…

It’s well known that all cleaning routines can be challenging for children, especially those on the autism spectrum. Toothbrushing can be a specially challenging situation due to sensory issues and sensory aversions. Most parents on the spectrum consider it a win when they can brush their child’s teeth once a day, doing it three times…

It is normal for most parents to overlook the importance of children’s help in the house chores, especially in ASD children. However, having your child contribute to the house duties can be a great way to increase their self-confidence, independence, and sense of community. ASD children can be great helpers when given the right tasks!…

Kicking, head banging, and even biting, sound familiar to you? Aggression and anger are common traits in children with autism. Even though it is normally blamed directly on bad behavior or bad parenting, the reality of anger in ASD children can be traced back to a number of causes that are not related at all…

High Functioning Autism(HFA) is a term applied to people within the autism spectrum who have a “higher functioning” IQ (70 or greater) than other individuals with ASD.  Sometimes, it can be hard to spot it in small children, however, today we want to share with you a small list that can help you identify some…

Food has a direct impact on the way we feel and on our health. In Autistic children, food plays a major role in it can directly contribute to the way children think, feel, and behave. Today we want to share with you the top 5 foods that can make autism worse. 5 Foods That Make…

Most of the children and babies have a hard time when it comes to sleeping in their own rooms. In Autistic children, these issues can be more severe. Up to 70% of ASD children experience difficulty in falling asleep and staying sleep, thus waking up the entire household. Today, we want to share with you…