Stride Autism Centers invites you to a free virtual event tomorrow evening specifically tailored to parents of children with autism. Join Ashley Whittington-Barnish, PhD, LCP, BCBA-D, NCSP, our Clinical Director, as she explores “Journey To Services: From Early Questions to Diagnosis to Intervention.” The no-cost online event runs from 7–8 pm CST. Sign up here to…
Sleep matters for everyone, but it can become especially important in households with children with autism. When kids aren’t getting the rest they need, they have a more difficult time reguating their emotions and reactions. At the same time, when children aren’t sleeping, it’s harder for parents to get the time they need for themselves.…
The holidays can be overwhelming for any of us. When a child lives with autism, though, many things can be especially challenging. Sources of comfort — like their normal routine — get stripped away and replaced with things that can be overstimulating, like new people and environments. The sights, sounds, and smells of the season can…
Behavior therapy is therapy with the goal of helping the individual modify their behaviors. That could mean adopting healthier behaviors or working toward eliminating problematic ones. When it’s tailored to kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), behavior therapy can be a powerful tool both for the kids and their families. By enforcing positive and healthy…
Anyone can get sensory overload. It can occur when an individual is in a loud or colorful environment. It can feel as though you’re taking in too much, leading to a pressing sense of overwhelm. When someone lives with autism, this experience may become commonplace. A person with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often has sensory…
If you think your child might have autism spectrum disorder (ASD), you’re likely wondering about your next steps. You probably have a sense that you should talk to your doctor, but most parents want to know what to expect right away. Fortunately, there are tools that medical professionals can use to accurately diagnose your child…
That’s a tricky question. Autism — or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) — is an umbrella term that captures a range of developmental challenges. In other words, autism looks different in different people. All of that said, there are some hallmark characteristics. Knowing what they are can help parents spot autism in their children as soon…
If you’ve met one individual with autism, you’ve met one individual with autism. While there are specific diagnostic crtieria for autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the expression of specific symptoms of autism can vary significantly from person to person. In some people diagnosed with autism, we can link the ASD to a genetic condition — but…
What most people see as a toy can be a lot more than that. In fact, if you’re the parent of a child with autism, LEGO blocks could be one of the more useful assets in your toolbox. That’s because these blocks give you a way to have fun with your child while also encouraging…
Children with autism like structure and predictability — two things that often fall by the wayside when you’re flying. With everything from travel delays to noisy airplane engines to contend with, you probably have a fair measure of concern if you have upcoming air travel plans with your child. Fortunately, you don’t have to invent…
