AutiBlog

Practical Strategies to Help Your Autistic Child Learn and Thrive

Tracking your child's progress isn't about rigid testing. It's about finding what works for your unique kiddo. Forget one-size-fits-all approaches.

Core Academic Readiness and Supportive Learning Spaces for Autistic Children

Kids with autism often experience the world differently. Colors can be too bright, sounds too loud, and textures too uncomfortable.

Effective Teaching Approaches for Autism

Teaching kids with autism isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. But structured teaching?

Building Core Academic Readiness Skills in Children with Autism

Ever noticed how kids with autism often struggle with those early reading skills? Phonological awareness is a huge piece of that puzzle. It's the ability to hear and play with speech sounds...

Attention and Focus Building Strategies

Want to know the real struggle for kids with autism? Staying focused. It's not that they don't want to pay attention – their brains are just wired differently.

Education & Learning

Understanding the Unique Learning Profile of Children with Autism

Ever noticed how your child with autism might struggle with basic classroom skills while excelling in unexpected areas? You're not alone.

Motor Skills

Celebrating Progress and Managing Expectations

The journey of developing fine motor skills in autistic children isn't always marked by giant leaps—it's the tiny steps that truly matter.

Motor Skills

Creating Supportive Environments for Skill Development

The space where your child practices fine motor skills matters a ton. Kids with autism often need environments that minimize distractions while maximizing comfort.

Practical Activities for Daily Improvement

Getting your autistic child involved in the kitchen isn't just about making meals—it's a goldmine for fine motor development. Try these simple activities...

Motor Skills

Effective Strategies to Develop Fine Motor Skills

Occupational therapy stands at the forefront of helping autistic children develop fine motor skills. OTs use systematic approaches tailored to each child's unique profile.

Motor Skills

When and How to Assess Fine Motor Skills in Autism

Parents often wonder what exactly professionals look for when assessing fine motor skills in children with autism.

Motor Skills

Early Signs of Fine Motor Difficulties in Autistic Children

Watching your child develop is like seeing a little miracle unfold day by day. For parents of autistic children, tracking fine motor skills is especially important.

Motor Skills

Understanding Fine Motor Skills in Autism

Ever watched a child struggle to button their shirt for 15 minutes while your instinct screams to just do it for them? For parents of children with autism

Motor Skills

The Long-Term Impact of Early Motor Support in Autism

The clock is ticking when it comes to addressing motor challenges in kids with ADHD and autism. Early intervention isn't just a nice-to-have—it's a game-changer for their future.

Motor Skills

Designing Supportive Environments for Motor Skill Growth

Kids with ADHD or autism often struggle with physical movements that come naturally to others. The spaces where they spend most of their time can make a huge difference.

Motor Skills

Evidence-Based Motor Development Strategies in Autism

Kids with ADHD and autism often struggle with coordination, balance, and strength. But here's the good news – physical therapy can make a world of difference.

Motor Skills

When to Worry About Motor Skills: A Parent’s Guide

Kids with ADHD and autism often struggle with movement skills that most parents take for granted. But how do you know if your child's motor skills are truly delayed? Standardized tests provide clear answers.

Motor Skills

Brain Science Behind Autism and ADHD Motor Skills

Ever wonder why some kids struggle to catch a ball while others excel at it naturally? The answer lies deep within the brain.

Motor Skills

Understanding Gross Motor Skills in Neurodevelopmental Conditions

Ever watched a child with ADHD or autism try to catch a ball? The look of frustration when their body just won't cooperate with what their brain wants to do is heartbreaking.

ABA Therapy

Finding Qualified ABA Professionals

Getting the right ABA professionals on your child's team makes all the difference. Start by looking for Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs) who have...

ABA Therapy

Integrating ABA Across Different Environments

ABA therapy doesn't stop at the clinic door. For real change to stick, it needs to follow kids everywhere—especially school, where they spend most of their waking hours.

ABA Therapy

Smart ABA: Matching Therapy to Sensory Profiles, Learning Styles, and Age

Every autistic child experiences the world differently. What works brilliantly for one child might overwhelm another.

ABA Therapy

Real-Life Benefits of ABA for Autistic Children

When kids can't express their needs clearly, frustration skyrockets. This is why communication gains through ABA therapy often create the most...

ABA Therapy

Core ABA Techniques That Drive Positive Change

When a child does something right, they need to know it—right away. That's the core of positive reinforcement, and it's incredibly powerful...

ABA Therapy

How ABA Therapy Supports Behavior Change in Autistic Children

Ever wonder why your child can make eye contact with their iPad for hours but not during a conversation? For the 1 in 36 American children with autism

Diet & Nutrition

Real-World Food Success Stories from Autism Families

When Sarah first switched her 7-year-old son Aiden to a gluten-free diet, she wasn't expecting miracles.

Diet & Nutrition

Monitoring Progress and Adjusting the Diet Plan

Parents, I can't stress this enough: food journals are your secret weapon in this journey. They're not just for logging meals

Diet & Nutrition

Practical Meal Planning Strategies for Autism Families

Diet & Nutrition

Top Nutrients and Supplements to Support Autism Health

Diet & Nutrition

Popular Dietary Approaches for Autism Support

Diet & Nutrition

Foundation Principles of an Autism-Friendly Diet

Diet & Nutrition

Understanding the Link Between Diet and Autism

Sleep Support

Sleep Solutions for the Entire Autism Family

Sleep Support

Sleep Struggles in Autism: ADHD, Anxiety & Epilepsy

Sleep Support

Technology and Sleep Aids for Autistic Children

Sleep Support

Practical Sleep Solutions for Autistic Children by Age Group

Sleep Support

Helping Autistic Kids Sleep Better: Effective Bedtime Routines

Sleep Support

How to Create a Sleep-Friendly Space for Children with Autism

Sleep Support

Identifying Your Child's Specific Sleep Difficulties

Sleep Support

Understanding Sleep Challenges in Autistic Children

Sleep problems hit autistic kids hard - about 80% of them struggle compared to just 25% of neurotypical children. It's not just occasional bad nights, either.

Treatment

Measuring Treatment Success in Autism

Parenting & Support

Adult-Focused Interventions and Support

Parenting & Support

Family-Centered Treatment Approaches

When your child has mild autism, learning to communicate effectively becomes a family journey. Parent training programs...

Life Skills

Developing crucial life skills through structured practice

Daily living doesn't come naturally for many people with mild autism. But with consistent, structured practice, those essential life skills become second nature.

Treatment

When medication might be considered for symptom management

Medication isn't typically the first-line treatment for mild autism, but it can be helpful when specific symptoms interfere with daily functioning. Think about it - if your child struggles...

Education & Learning

Inclusive education strategies that support children with mild autism

The classroom can be overwhelming for kids with mild autism. But with the right support, they can thrive alongside their peers. Many schools now use a multi-tiered approach that blends specialized attention with mainstream experiences.

Treatment

Evidence-Based Behavioral Therapies

Autism Diagnosis & Early Signs

Understanding Mild Autism: Key Characteristics and Diagnosis

Ever wondered why your mild autism diagnosis feels like being handed a map with no street names? You're not alone. 75% of parents report feeling overwhelmed by treatment options in those first few months.

Autism Diagnosis & Early Signs

Finding qualified specialists for comprehensive assessment

Autism Diagnosis & Early Signs

Living With Autism, ADHD, or Both: Real-Life Perspectives

People with autism often have incredible attention to detail and pattern recognition abilities that can make them excel in fields like programming, data analysis, or quality control. They might remember...

Autism Diagnosis & Early Signs

Can you have both adhd and autism? Understanding Dual Diagnosis

Sensory Processing

Latest research on sensory processing in autism

The neuroscience world has been buzzing lately with groundbreaking discoveries about sensory processing in autism. Brain imaging studies from 2024 have revealed distinctive patterns in how autistic brains process sensory input.

Sensory Processing

Supporting Daily Life with Sensory Challenges

The world can be incredibly overwhelming for someone with sensory processing challenges. Busy malls, noisy restaurants, and crowded streets? They're basically sensory minefields.

Sensory Processing

Sensory Integration Therapy Techniques

Kids with sensory processing challenges often feel like they're trying to function in a world that's too loud, too bright, or just too much. That's where sensory integration therapy comes in—it's not just a fancy term, it's a lifeline.

Sensory Processing

Professional evaluation methods for sensory processing issues

Getting the right diagnosis for sensory processing issues in autism starts with thorough professional evaluation. Most comprehensive assessments involve a multi-step process that combines direct observation

Sensory Processing

The Impact of Sensory Processing Issues on child development

Sensory Processing

Common signs of sensory sensitivities in autism

Kids with autism often experience the world differently than their neurotypical peers. Their brains process sensory input in unique ways

Sensory Processing

Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) in Autism

Sensory processing challenges don't just stay in the sensory realm—they ripple through every aspect of life. Brain imaging studies show that when sensory information comes in, autistic brains often process it in unique ways.

Social Skills & Communication

AAC and Speech Therapy Tools That Truly Work

Communication barriers are often one of the biggest challenges for individuals with autism. That's where speech and language therapy (SLT) comes in - not just as a nice-to-have but as a cornerstone of effective autism treatment.

Education & Learning

Structured Teaching for Autism: A Guide to the TEACCH Approach

The TEACCH approach (Treatment and Education of Autistic and Communication Handicapped Children) stands out as one of the most effective educational frameworks for autism.

Treatment

What is the most effective treatment for autism

Education & Learning

Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder

Autism isn't what we thought it was even 10 years ago. The science has evolved dramatically, and researchers now recognize autism as a complex...

Social Skills & Communication

6 Proven Methods to Boost Eye Contact in Autistic Kids

Getting your autistic child to make eye contact can feel like climbing a mountain.But, there are effective strategies that can help.

Therapies & Interventions

Speech and occupational therapy: tools for autism recovery

Speech and occupational therapy play a vital role in supporting individuals with autism and ADHD by improving communication, sensory processing, and daily living skills.

Diet & Nutrition

Autism diet plan: nutrition for kids with ASD

Struggling with autism-friendly nutrition? A balanced diet can improve health, behavior, and brain function for kids with ASD.

Autism Diagnosis & Early Signs

Early intervention: the key to positive outcomes in autism

Early intervention is crucial for children with autism, helping them develop communication, social, and cognitive skills.

Diet & Nutrition

Amino acid supplementation in early childhood study

A European study reveals that amino acid supplements play a crucial role in children's early development, supporting growth, brain function, and overall health.

Treatment

Stem cell therapy in autism: new hope for families

A groundbreaking approach in modern medicine, stem cell therapy, is offering new hope to individuals and families affected by autism.