Over the past few years, autism has been on the rise. According to the Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation, approximately 12 in 1000 children in the United States are on the autism spectrum. Thus, there is roughly a 15% annual increase in autism, making it one of the fastest growing developmental disorders. No single cause of… Continue reading Who Is Affected By Autism
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A plea from a mother with an autistic child
Denial is refusing to admit the truth or realty of something unpleasant. For the most part of 2013 that is the best word in the dictionary to describe me. I’m 34 years old and for the most part of my life I controlled everything. When I was old enough to get a job at fifteen,… Continue reading A plea from a mother with an autistic child
Are people with autism modern day X-Men?
What? Oh, I guess this refers to the fact that X-men are “natural mutations” on the average person. People living out on the fringe have suggested this because of the number of children now diagnosed with autism. They are suggesting that these children are the next step in the “evolutionary” process, one which makes us… Continue reading Are people with autism modern day X-Men?
How to get a service dog for autistic child?
How Can I Get my Child an Autism Service Dog for Free? You may or may not have heard of the many benefits of service dogs for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Autism service dogs can soothe by providing emotional support without judgment, they can help stop self-stimulatory behaviors, prevent their charge from wandering, help… Continue reading How to get a service dog for autistic child?
Can a person with autism become an art teacher or coach?
Absolutely. Why not? At least those on the high functioning end of the spectrum can. They will probably continue to receive support all through college in order to pass their classes, but generally they understand art and logistics, strategy and facts. Some are exceptionally good in art, and others are really good at puzzles and… Continue reading Can a person with autism become an art teacher or coach?
How Well Does Apple Cider Vinegar Work For Autism?
Unfortunately, this one “cure-all” is kind of cooky. There’s some speculation floating around that apple cider vinegar helps regulate the amount of yeast in the intestines, which it does, but then parents would also have to believe that an unproven theory behind autistic behavior is sound fact. There are many things apple cider vinegar can… Continue reading How Well Does Apple Cider Vinegar Work For Autism?
Is There Any Truth To Yeast Overgrowth And A Link To Autism?
It’s not medically proven just yet. The studies on yeast overgrowth in the intestines and autism show more of a food sensitivity and the child’s response than the yeast actually causing the autism itself. The researchers were actually conducting studies on food allergies when they came across some interesting results that suggested that some symptoms… Continue reading Is There Any Truth To Yeast Overgrowth And A Link To Autism?
Spirituality And The Autistic Child/Adult: Is There A Point?
Absolutely. Even if the child or adult with autism doesn’t seem to understand the magnitude of their religion or spirituality, by law they have the right to connect to a higher being and/ or attend a church. Those that do understand what is going on absolutely should find a connection to a higher being; it… Continue reading Spirituality And The Autistic Child/Adult: Is There A Point?
Are There Any Benefits of Weighted Blankets For ASD?
This is a hit or miss product, as are most therapy items for kids with autism. Some kids like the feeling of being embraced; it calms them down and helps them sleep better. For the kids who struggle with sensory defensiveness, weighted blankets may help, or they may send the children into a torrent of… Continue reading Are There Any Benefits of Weighted Blankets For ASD?
Are Autism And Tourette’s Related?
Tourette’s Syndrome, a neurological disorder marked by physical and verbal tics, is not related to autism. Although kids with autism who are on the low functioning end of the spectrum have a tendency to “vocalize” in shrieks and screams, this is because they are unable to express in words what is bothering them, what they… Continue reading Are Autism And Tourette’s Related?