What Is Autism?
Autism Spectrum Disorder, or more commonly referred to as Autism, is a neurological disability that causes problems with social communication and restricted interests or patterns of behavior.
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Common Co-diagnoses Occurring with Autism Spectrum Disorder
People who have autism spectrum disorders (ASD) may also have additional health diagnoses (co-occurring conditions). Learn more about these common conditions.
Autistic Youth and Social Media
The digital landscape presents both opportunities and challenges for autistic youth and their families. Families are encouraged to consider the following when navigating social media with their child with autism.
Autism and Sleep: Setting Up Routines for Bedtime Success
Everyone needs sleep, but getting enough sleep can be hard. Sleep problems are especially common in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Here are ideas that may be helpful for improving sleep in children with ASD.
Autism and Alternative Treatments: Are They Effective?
Alternative treatments are characterized by using non-mainstreamed practice in the place of conventional and proven treatments. Alternative treatments for Autism Spectrum Disorder generally target the physiology or biology of the child, versus teaching new skills directly.
Autism Awareness Day: A Time for Acceptance and Action
April 2 marks the 11th annual World Autism Awareness Day – a day to recognize people living with autism.
Asperger's Disorder: Providing Opportunities and Support for Children With ASD
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects a child’s ability to understand and engage in social relationships and causes them to have rigid patterns of behavior and thinking. Sometimes autism also affects a child’s cognitive and language development.
Autism Spectrum Disorders: The Difference Between Boys and Girls
This is a ratio of 1 female for every 4 males diagnosed with autism. As more is known about autism, there is a growing awareness that these gender and sex differences may be more complex than we originally thought.
Driving With Autism Spectrum Disorder: Transitioning to Greater Independence
When considering the world of driving, there are a number of tips that can be helpful to make sure that your child with Autism is ready and that you are comfortable with this big step in the transition to adulthood and greater independence:
Immunizations Do Not Cause Autism
Persistent fears continue about the safety of immunizations and autism. As celebrities weigh in and the internet can be full of misinformation we thought it was important to make our stance clear on vaccines.
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