Autism-Talk

At the heart of the matter is a simple truth: while I believe that behaviorism or ABA therapy has many helpful tools, it’s rarely the strate

Halloween can be a fun time, but for children with autism, the holiday can also be overwhelming. The sights, sounds, and new social interact

selective mutism is a complex anxiety disorder, not a choice or an act of defiance. It’s one way that anxiety can manifest in children, and

Teaching children with autism how to access and use relaxation or coping strategies when they feel upset is vitally important. These strateg

Autism Visual Support Lanyard Cards Does your child seem bright, able to complete puzzles, and even randomly identify letters of the...

Play based learning is an ideal way to work on language and social skills for autistic children. The Power of Play-based Learning in...

Engaging young children, especially those with autism, in learning activities can be so much fun when using music. Adding visual supports...

Teaching simple breathing strategies to children with autism is an easy strategy for working on emotional regulation.

Table of Contents Introduction Completion Tasks Matching Objects to Pictures Matching Identical Objects Matching Pictures Imitating...

Table of Contents Finding Balance Screen Time and Kids The Importance of Balanced Screen Use with Autistic Children Social Story to...

The Challenge of Transitioning from School Year to Summer Table of Contents The Challenge of Transitioning from School Year to Summer Why...

Table of Contents The Importance of Mindfulness for Kids, Especially Those with Autism Why Mindfulness Matters How to Integrate...

Reflecting on my experiences with my now 10-year-old, there are certainly a few things I wish I had done differently, especially when it...

As summer approaches, families with autistic children often seek inclusive and sensory-friendly activities that cater to their loved...

Table of Contents: Introduction The Importance of Teaching Children to Recognize and Manage Strong Feelings Concrete Conflict Resolution...

As someone who was once on the path to a Ph.D. in special education, particularly interested in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), the...

The concept of assigning levels to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnoses emerged as an alternative to the previous labels of "low" or...

A Personal Decision As parents, we're faced with countless decisions every day, from what to make for dinner to which school our children should attend. But some decisions weigh heavier than others, especially when it comes to the well-being of our kids. One of the most daunting decisions parents of children with autism might face is whether or not to consider medication. In my personal experience, the decision to consider medication for my neurodivergent twins came after yea

Autism and Water Safety As a parent and educator, water safety has always been a concern for me. Hearing that drowning is the leading...

Table of Contents: Introduction What is PECS? What are Visual Schedules? Key Differences Between PECS and Visual Schedules or Visual...