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Parenting a Special Needs Child
A child with special needs gets help from a variety of medical professionals, one of them being the occupational therapist. This article…
Nurturing Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): At Home and In School
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have persistent impairments in social communication and interaction across different settings.…
Independence Starts Young
Engaging children in appropriate self-care activities from a young age can encourage them in their pursuit of self-reliance. If your child…
Why Is She Flapping Her Hands? | A Guide to ‘Stimming’ in Kids with Autism
Have you ever noticed that some kids with autism tend to do the same unusual behaviour over and over again? What you’re seeing could be a…
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD): Strategies for Parents
Children with ADHD have difficulties with daily tasks and expectations that we might take for granted. Helping them cope provides them the…
Girls with Autism—How Are They Different to Boys?
Have you ever wondered if your daughter has autism, although her symptoms don’t match those typically associated with the disorder?
10 Gift Ideas for Kids with Autism
Do you know a child who is on the spectrum, but find it hard to think of possible gifts for him or her?
ABA Therapy for Autism
ABA Therapy has become a hot topic in the autism community. In this special guide, we discuss everything you to need to know.
Music Therapy or Music Lessons—What’s the Difference?
Music therapy is not the same as music lessons. Its primary goal is non-musical.
If Your Child Has a Sensory Disability, Here Are Accommodations He Might Need
Does your child have hearing or vision impairments? Read about some things you can do to help ease his learning.