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Autism symptoms… need for routine Extreme distress at even small changes in plans or routine Ritualistic behaviors (e.g. watching the same videos over and over, repeatedly touching objects in a set order) Need for routine (e.g. same daily schedule, meal menu, …
The joys and challenges of being a father with autism… Video (Responsive)."]} When you found out that you were going to be a dad, what thoughts ran through your mind? Initially, … there hardly are any. So, I just googled about life on the spectrum from the views of others. I read studies and watched videos to try to better understand autism and then I took an approach to really look at the way autism affects me. This …
A moment of unexpected kindness towards my son … I thought, “Oh great. Now I’m going to have to fight this guy…on a plane.” I could see it all now – the vertical cell phone videos with people screaming “World Star,” no-fly lists, and TSA agents waiting at the gate. I was about to brawl myself …
Meet Geoff and Connor… Aside from his jobs, Connor has many interests and hobbies. He’s a big fan of Star Wars, Legos, steam trains, Pokémon, video gaming, YouTube videos and anything technology based. He loves family gatherings, especially in his own house, where he is most …
The benefits of physical activity and a healthy lifestyle… prior to the school year and hopefully get a head start with making friends. I spoke to her about it and showed her videos of cheerleading. She seemed very excited and agreed to try it without hesitation!” Like many autistic children, …
Autism and speech therapy… near you – please visit the website of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association . Also see these helpful videos by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association Kids and autism: How speech-language pathologists help … Video (Responsive)."]} Tips for kids: How you can be FABB when communicating with friends with autism …
Meet Warren W.… son was in the running to be king, she was moved by the kindness of his classmates and wasted no time helping him create a video asking his peers to spread the word and vote for him. “Kindness and inclusivity are taught in today’s world but this … still maintains a gluten and dairy-free diet to this day.” Since Warren’s big day, his mom proudly posted photos and videos of her son’s crowning, causing an overflowing wave of kindness and love from their family, friends and community of …
Father’s Day Q&A with Dany C., a military veteran raising three children, including two teenage boys on the spectrum… to those around you or seek advice from groups like Autism Speaks. Follow your instincts. In the end, there are no books or videos that will ever truly prepare you for what’s to come – you just have to do the best you can. Do whatever you can to …
Tips for creating an autism-friendly Thanksgiving… bag of your child’s preferred activities and sensory items wherever you go. If your child has a special interest, like videos or games, bringing those can help them stay happy and occupied. The second thing to consider is that some autistic …
One family’s story of navigating their son’s Down syndrome/autism dual diagnosis … and I’d like to share a bit about my son, Jake. Jake, 14, is just like most other kids his age. He loves to watch music videos on his Kindle and is a wonderful dancer. He has a good throwing arm, likes to play basketball and loves to swim. Just …