Writing Effective Social Stories Is Easy
What are you to do when your child with ASD dances naked in front of company, gets anxious when they make a mistake or doesn’t… Read More »Writing Effective Social Stories Is Easy
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Growing Out Of Autism: Shane’s Story
Shane, an 18-year-old who was diagnosed with autism at age 2, has made remarkable gains in his life. He’s grown from an anxious child who found it hard to make friends into a young man who’s thriving as a biology student at Trent University. He loves living away from home and has a solid social circle. He credits his successes, in part, to ABA therapy conducted by Shayna Gaunt. Here, Shane shares highlights of his story. Read More »Growing Out Of Autism: Shane’s Story
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
Have a young learner who doesn’t know how to read, or is struggling with reading? Rather than spend on tutors, help them at home with Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons.Read More »Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
Sensory Overload Simulations
Wished you could wear the shoes of your loved one with ASD to experience what he experiences? Here’s a little insight: Imagine going for a walk and being bombarded by lights and sounds so intense that you can’t help but scream and meltdown. Whoa! Yes, that’s what a stroll down the street can be like for someone with autism who is experiencing sensory overload.Read More »Sensory Overload Simulations
Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Presents For Children With Autism
Since the holidays are almost here, we bet that you already have presents ready to give to your young sweetie with autism. But keep on shopping — even just a little bit! Treat your child to one or more of the following fun gifts that help improve their skills or mood.Read More »Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Presents For Children With Autism
Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Presents for Parents
Parenting a child with special needs is a challenging responsibility that takes endless amounts of effort, time and energy. So, please pamper these hard-working caregivers this holiday season! Here are several thoughtful gifts to give to your very-deserving partner or friends.Read More »Holiday Gift Guide: 7 Presents for Parents
How to Manage Challenging Behaviour – Part 3
If you did the ABC homework we outlined in Part 2, you should have a clearer idea of what is triggering your child’s tantrums and under which category the antecedents (triggers) fall. The next step is to implement the behaviour management strategies to manage challenging behaviours. (To find the right strategies for you and your child, look under the applicable antecedent category.) As you’re doing so, remember to reinforce every time Tina or Thomas acts appropriately. Consistent and frequent praise goes a long way in shaping positive behaviour.Read More »How to Manage Challenging Behaviour – Part 3
How to Manage Challenging Behaviour – Part 2
In Part 1 of this series, we outlined the general purpose of negative behaviour. Now, we focus on how to figure out what’s specifically triggering your child. Next we outline ways to help manage challenging behaviour. Read More »How to Manage Challenging Behaviour – Part 2
How to Manage Challenging Behaviour — Part 1
Screaming, hitting, biting, flopping, self-injurious head banging, defiance. Does this sound like a regular Wednesday, Friday and Saturday night (or day, if you’re a teacher) with your youngster? If so, you must be frustrated and exhausted. Being able to manage challenging behaviour can be difficult, especially if it happens frequently. Read More »How to Manage Challenging Behaviour — Part 1
4 Ways To Make Halloween Less Scary For Kids With Autism
When you have autism, there’s a lot more than ghosts and goblins that make Halloween unnerving. The sounds, lights, crowds, crazy costumes and transitions, such as during trick-or-treating, can be very stressful. But that doesn’t mean that it has to be an awful occasion for kids with ASD. Here are a few things you can do in the weeks leading up to Halloween to make it more enjoyable for your child.
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