Empathy and Autism: in children and how to recognise when a child has autism and how to be empathetic to a child struggling with autism
Since the early days of autism research, misconceptions and stigmas have clouded our understanding of the condition. One such misconception, the “refrigerator mother theory,” wrongly accused mothers of autistic children of being cold and uncaring. Though this theory has long been debunked, its damaging effects linger in the collective consciousness, contributing to misunderstandings about autism […]
How Can You Help a Child with Autism?
Having a child with autism can be challenging. There are, however many things parents can do to help a child with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) overcome their challenges. Look after yourself first It’s important to make sure you get the support you need. When you’re looking after a child with ASD, taking care of yourself […]
Social Skills for Children with Autism
Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) may take longer than other children to learn social skills. You can use strategies like role-play and video-modelling to help your child learn the skills he needs to make friends and have a positive social life. Social skills and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Social skills will help your child […]
Understanding Autism in Children – a guide for parents
Autism in children can present in many different ways. It is a spectrum disorder. And every child on the autism spectrum has unique abilities, symptoms, and challenges. Learning about autism in children is important for three main reasons: It will help you – better understand your own child, get a handle on what all the […]
Parenting a Child with Autism – understanding the essentials
If your child – or the child of someone close to you – has just been diagnosed with autism, you are probably feeling baffled and overwhelmed. It is never easy to learn that someone you care for has a serious health or developmental condition. Below we help you get to grips with what this diagnosis […]
What Life Skills Do Kids with Autism Need?
Kids with autism can lead happy and fulfilled lives when they have people helping them and teaching them proper life skills along the way. As children become older, it’s important to begin teaching these children how to take care of themselves, essential life skills, and how to interact with the rest of the world. Personal Care […]