Getting Ready for Bedtime With Less Stress
Bedtime can be challenging for children with sensory and communication needs. Learn five practical strategies to make getting ready for bed less stressful and support your child's independence.
New Study Highlights Need for Improved Genetic Counselling Outcome Measures in Autism in Sweden
A recent study introduces the first Swedish autism-specific genetic counselling outcome measure and reveals the need for improved tools to better assess counselling effectiveness for autistic individuals.
Helping Young Children Cope with Transitions: Practical Emotional Support Strategies
Transitions can be tough for young children, especially autistic children. Learn practical strategies to support emotional regulation during changes in activities or routines.
Supporting Children Sensitive to Touch and Personal Space: Practical Sensory Strategies
Learn practical sensory strategies to support children sensitive to touch and personal space. Understand their experience, signs, and respectful ways to help.
Understanding Autism Risk in Children of Unaffected Siblings
Research indicates that children of unaffected siblings with an autistic brother or sister have an increased, but variable, risk of autism influenced by family lineage and sex. Ongoing studies aim to clarify these risks for informed family planning.
Simple Color Sorting: A Fun Learning Through Play Activity
Teach your child color recognition, sorting, and fine motor skills with this simple color sorting activity using colorful cups and pom-poms. Fun and easy!
My Doctor’s Office Words
Teach your child 6 helpful phrases to use at the doctor's office, including HELP ME, TOO LOUD, BREAK PLEASE, and more. Support communication with speech, gestures, or AAC.
Enriched Environments May Reduce Autism-Like Behaviors in Zebrafish Model of Valproic Acid Exposure
A study using zebrafish exposed to valproic acid suggests that enriched environments may reduce certain autism-like behaviors, with effects varying by developmental stage.
Study Finds Communication Efficiency in Autism Unaffected by Neurotype Matching
A recent study finds that communication efficiency among autistic adults is not improved by pairing with others of the same neurotype, challenging the double empathy theory's predictions.
Acupuncture at Neiguan (PC6) Shows Potential to Improve Behavioral and Brain Changes in Autism Model Rats
A new study in rats suggests acupuncture at Neiguan (PC6) may improve behavioral symptoms and reduce brain inflammation associated with autism spectrum disorder.