Autism 101 for Parents

Autism 101 for Parents

As a parent, it is common to see you picturing your child growing up, going to soccer games on a Saturday, helping them with math homework, or just enjoying a home-cooked meal on Sunday afternoon. Yes, in theory, parenting sounds easy, but in reality, it isn’t....
How Common Is Autism in Girls? Is it Being Misdiagnosed?

How Common Is Autism in Girls? Is it Being Misdiagnosed?

Despite the fact that Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects both male and female children, an autism diagnosis is significantly more likely to be made for a boy. Why is this? Are boys truly more likely to be affected by ASD, or simply more likely to be diagnosed? Are...

The Importance of Autism Routines for Children With ASD

A routine is a useful tool for everyone. It helps us keep things organized; it directs us on what to do, when, and where to do it. Developing and sticking to routines are tasks that require day-to-day accomplishment that can be difficult for some people, particularly...
Tips for parenting a child with autism

Tips for parenting a child with autism

Having a child with Autism impacts on various aspects of family lives including housekeeping, finances, emotional and mental health of parents, marital relationships, physical health of family members, limiting the response to the needs of other children within the...