Back in the 1980s and 1990s, a highly controversial topic of conversation among parents and professionals was the question, “Should we tell our child that he has autism?” Today we have learned that such self-knowledge is essential, that children need to understand how and why they may feel different from others around them, and what…
Whether your child has mild or severe Autism Spectrum Disorder, making reading a fun activity can help your child’s learning and social skills. You’ll find sharing books together can be a good way to connect with your son or daughter. Reading also helps your child’s language development and listening skills. Infants and toddlers Helping your…
Recent studies by the Franciscan Hospital for Children, Boston University, and Drexel University uncovered evidence that developmental rehabilitation through aquatic therapy aided in combating the negative behaviors associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Researchers Maria A. Fragala-Pinkham, Stephen M. Haley, and Margaret E. O’Neil conducted a 14-week program with children diagnosed with ASD to test…