Why Is Early Intervention So Important for Children with Autism
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or autism impacts around 1% of the world’s population, and the majority of children are diagnosed between 3–7 years old, though some children may exhibit signs of ASD in the first year of their lives. As it can be diagnosed as young as three years old, early intervention for children with […]
How Do I Talk to My Child About Their Autism Diagnosis
Roughly 1% of the global population has autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), and around 1 in every 100 children get a diagnosis. This disorder can look different in boys vs girls, and can show in many different ways, with individuals often experiencing comorbidities such as ADHD or anxiety. However, if your child has recently […]
What Causes Sensory Overload in Autism
Read this blog to learn about the causes of sensory overload in autism, important signs to look out for, and what you can do to manage overload. The causes of sensory overload in autism can be due to strong smells, loud noises, unpleasant textures, or anything else that makes the brain receive too much information […]
Signs of Sensory Overload in Autism
Read this blog to learn about the signs of sensory overload in autism, what you can do to help, and strategies to implement in the future. What are the signs of sensory overload in autism, and what can you do if someone is experiencing it? These are two crucial questions that we should have the […]
Sensory Overload and Autism: A Quick Guide
Read this blog to learn about sensory overload and autism, including what can trigger it, what it looks like, and how to manage in everyday life. Autism impacts 1 in every 100 people globally and can add more challenges to an individual’s life. While ASD can manifest differently in boys vs girls, sensory overload and […]
What Is Sensory Overload in Autism
What is sensory overload in autism, what causes it, and what can you do to manage and avoid it? Read this blog to find out what you need to know. Autism, or ASD, is a disorder that impacts roughly 1 in every 100 people around the world to varying degrees. This disorder can be challenging […]
How to Support a Friend or Family Member with Autism
Supporting someone with autism can make a world of difference and help them to feel seen and understood, but what can you do? Read to find out. We all need support in our lives, and some people may need it more than others. If you have friends or family members on the spectrum, then you […]
Autism and Anxiety: Why They’re Linked and How to Manage Both
What is the link between autism and anxiety, and what can be done to help manage both? Read this blog to learn everything you need to know. Autism is a disorder that affects around 1 in every 100 people globally. It is not a learning disability, and it can impact people in different ways, much […]
How Autism Impacts Sensory Processing and Tips for Coping
Read this article to learn how autism impacts sensory processing and tips for coping when sensory overload starts to become an issue for you. If you are autistic, or know someone who is, you are likely familiar with the term ‘sensory processing’, or even ‘sensory overload’. However, what is it, and what causes it? Furthermore, […]
The Link Between Autism and Sleep Issues: What You Need to Know
Read this to find out the link between autism and sleep issues: what you need to know to understand the connection, and how to improve sleep. Autism can result in a number of complications to a person’s life, with a strong impact on sleep. Today, our article on the link between autism and sleep issues: […]