You probably remember your first time sitting in the chair and hearing the noise of various drills and tools. This can be an overwhelming experience, and these fears can be heightened for patients with special needs. As a dentist who’s been practicing for more than 17 years, I know how…
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7 Ways Teachers and Parents Can Motivate Kids on the Autism Spectrum
Kids on the autism spectrum often have a limited number of interests. They can also lack the ability to respond to social feedback, which is essential for learning. This can make it challenging to engage kids in classroom tasks and leads to students feeling frustrated because their needs are not…
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5 Ways to Teach Writing to Students with Autism
Autism, depending on its severity level, can and does affect how children learn. Although it is not a learning disorder, research suggests that students with autism experience challenges in several learning processes, such as writing. Learning writing is challenging for students on the autism spectrum because it requires motor planning,…
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Why Autism Educators Need To Embrace Electronic Data Collection
With all the technology available to us, it is time for the Autism industry to embrace electronic data collection. I believe Thread Learning may lead the way for this movement. Why Autism Educators Need To Embrace Electronic Data Collection #autism #aba #autismparenting #specialneeds #asd
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How to Get an Autistic Child to Sleep
Autism and sleep problems advice: Sleep problems are common amongst autistic children. This leaves many parents asking How to Get an Autistic Child to Sleep #autism #autismparenting #autismsleep #autistic #sleepdisorders #parentingadvice
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Getting Organized as an Autism Parent
Autism Parenting ~ Getting Organized as an Autism Parent can be tough! Learn some tried and true tips on how you can get organized today! #autismmom #autismparenting #getorganized
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Are People with Autism Affected by Addiction?
According to research, an autism diagnosis doubles the risk of addiction. Learn just why wit autism can be Affected by Addiction & how to help #autism #addiction
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Sensory Chew Toys For Children With Autism
Sensory Chew Toys For Children With Autism Many autistic children find oral stimming a part of their everyday routine. This goes the same for autistic adults (I find myself chewing on a pen daily!). When it comes to finding the right (and safe) items to use a chewie, it is…
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Encouraging autistic children’s interests can help them throughout life
Encouraging autistic children’s interests can help them throughout life. Learn how to Help Autistic Children Expand Their Interests
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Autism and Halloween | Why is Halloween hard for children with Autism?
Why is Halloween hard for children with Autism? Learn why Halloween can be scary for autistic children as well as How to make Halloween Autism Friendly