If your child is reduced to a meltdown whenever he hears the word “wait,” it’s time to practice with these winning strategies.
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Language is such an important part of human interaction, and is often challenging for children on the autism spectrum. These 4 strategies can help you teach conversational skills to your child.
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Do you have a child that can’t seem to handle losing a game? Don’t fret! We’ve got you covered with tips to help your kid be a good sport.
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Looking for some fun on a budget? LOOK NO FURTHER!
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The beach is a fun place for building sand castles, playing in the waves, and enjoying the rays of sunshine. Your child can stay safe while playing with these beach safety tips!
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Boardgames give plenty of opportunities to build on social and play skills, and can range from 2 player to multiplayer, and many now teach the concept of cooperating as a team to beat the game.
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This time of year is one most children look forward too! Warmer weather, vacations, and no school! While you are enjoying summer break and your kids are home, you might plan some trips to the beach. The beach is a fun place for building sand castles, playing in the waves, and enjoying the rays of sunshine. Although it is fun and games, the beach can also be dangerous. Below are some safety tips for you to use when going to the beach.
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Looking for some fun on a budget? LOOK NO FURTHER! Keep reading for activities with items you can find at the dollar store!
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Whether it’s a day trip to the zoo or a week at the beach, for some children on the autism spectrum, traveling is not fun. Travelling is unpredictable. Travelling upends daily routines. The new environments, different bed, different foods, noise, crowds, and strangers can be scary and overwhelming, especially when it happens all at once! Travelling also necessitates a lot more waiting than one is used to in everyday life: waiting to get there, waiting for food, drink, and bathroom, waiting in lines, etc.
To alleviate the unpredictability and disruption of routine from travel, try some of these tips before you go on your next trip-
During the past few weeks, we have been talking about social and play skills from sharing and turn-taking to waiting for items and attention. All these areas we have gone over have significant importance during childhood.
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While “wait” may be a four-letter word, it’s not a bad word and it’s not the same as “no.” To demonstrate that “wait” is not “no,” consciously use the word “wait” with a matter-of-fact tone in the moments before a non-triggering event is about to occur.
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Language is such an important part of human interaction. Sometimes we might not realize how we speak has an effect on our behavior and vice versa. When we speak to friends and family, this is often different than how we would speak to a boss or a teacher, or how we would write in our professional careers.
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After an initial autism diagnosis it is typical for families to feel fear, anger, denial, sadness, and a mix of other emotions. It is also common to feel intimidated and unsure of what your next steps are in the process. The importance of having an honest and informed relationship with your healthcare providers, services providers, and other members of the individual's team is pertinent in the treatment process.
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