Keeping Children with Autism Safe Around Water: Essential Tips and Strategies
The sound of a child's laughter as they splash around in a pool or at the beach is a joy that many parents cherish. Water play can be an incredibly stimulating and enjoyable experience for kids, but it does require a keen eye on safety, particularly for children on...
Unveiling the World of High-Functioning Autism: Embracing Neurodiversity
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a vast spectrum that encompasses a diverse range of individuals with unique strengths and challenges. Among the various classifications within ASD, high-functioning autism stands as a distinct and often misunderstood category. In this...
The Multidimensional Impact of Autism on Human Development
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex, multifaceted condition that has an indelible impact on an individual's developmental trajectory. This neurodevelopmental disorder is characterized by challenges with social interaction, communication, repetitive behaviors,...
The Importance of Early Intervention for Children with Autism: A Statistical Overview
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), commonly referred to as autism, is a developmental disorder that impacts the social skills, communication, relationships, and self-regulation of those affected by it. Autism is often identified during early childhood, with numerous...
Recent Studies Highlight the Effectiveness of ABA Therapy for Children with Autism
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a well-researched therapy that has been successfully used for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) for several decades. The therapy focuses on improving specific behaviors, such as social skills, communication, and self-care,...
Ways to Promote Physical Health in Children With ASD
Physical health is an important aspect of overall well-being for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Here are some ways to promote physical health in children with ASD: Encourage physical activity: Encourage your child to engage in regular physical activity...
Medicaid Funding Changes Will Impact ASD Providers
WTWO Channel 2 recently featured a meeting at Harsha Autism Center in Terre Haute with Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch, Indiana State Senator Jon Ford, other state leaders, and Mel Kirchner, the Director of Harsha Autism Center. Lieutenant Governor Crouch...
Treatment for Autism Difficult to Find
Many families in the United States face challenges finding appropriate treatment for a child with ASD. Recently a news station in Indiana featured a parent struggling to find Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for her son and an interview with Hannah...
Brain Differences in Girls and Boys with Autism
While four times as many boys are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) than girls, the reason for this disparity is not well understood. Girls tend to be diagnosed much later than boys are and show different symptoms. For example, girls with ASD are less...
Autism and Epilepsy
One of the medical conditions that can develop in individuals with ASD is epilepsy, a neurological disease characterized by recurrent seizures. There is a strong association between epilepsy and autism; while epilepsy affects an estimated one percent of the general...