June 4, 2024
Parenting is a profound journey filled with joys, challenges, and countless special moments. As a parent with a child diagnosed with autism, ADHD, or dyslexia, this journey can frequently feel like facing unfamiliar waters. But these parents have shown incredible strength, resilience, and love as they fight for their kids’ special needs. This is dedicated […]
Read MoreMay 13, 2024
What is non-verbal communication? Nonverbal communication includes a variety of cues, such as gestures, facial expressions, and body language. These nonverbal clues become a major way in which nonverbal children express themselves. Parents, caregivers, and educators must be aware of these indications and respond to them with compassion and empathy. Human interactions rely heavily on […]
Read MoreMay 6, 2024
Do you have a special child who has made tremendous improvements in their learning? Then your child needs reinforcement. What is reinforcement? According to ABA (Applied Behavioural Analysis), reinforcement is an action that follows a behavior and strengthens that behavior or increases the likelihood of that behavior occurring again. Reinforcement is used to strengthen new […]
Read MoreApril 26, 2024
What is dyslexia? Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects reading, writing, and spelling in children. Dyslexia isdriven by deficits and difficulties in phonemic awareness ( the ability to understand sounds thatmake up a language and the ability to manipulate those sounds.), which lead to difficulties inconnecting speech to print. Dyslexia is not a learning […]
Read MoreApril 19, 2024
As families navigate the complexities of autism, our journey is sustained by a trio: education, support, and hope. The unpredictability inherent in our circumstances often leaves us feeling overwhelmed, grappling with a future that diverges from our initial expectations. Consequently, parents caring for children with autism or other complex medical needs frequently experience persistent sorrow […]
Read MoreMarch 22, 2024
Autism spectrum Disorder is a condition that affects social interaction, behaviour, interest andcommunication of an individual or child. Autism Spectrum Disorder has long been painted witha narrow brush, focusing on its challenges rather than its inherent strengths. Contrary to popularbelief, individuals on the spectrum possess remarkable talents and intelligence that often gounrecognised. Today, we delve […]
Read MoreMarch 7, 2024
Introduction:Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a prevalent neurodevelopmental disorder affecting individuals from childhood into adulthood. Understanding ADHD is essential for managing its impact on academic, professional, and social lives. This comprehensive guide explores ADHD symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment strategies, and practical coping mechanisms. Symptoms and Diagnosis:Diagnosing ADHD involves a meticulous process, which includes: Initial Evaluation:A medical […]
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January 13, 2024
Around the world, many children with autism and other developmental disabilities lack access to quality care and interventions. To help these families, the World Health Organization (WHO), with support from Autism Speaks, developed the Caregiver Skills Training (CST) for Families of Children with Developmental Delays or Disabilities. At no cost to families, the evidence-based CST […]
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January 13, 2024
Asperger syndrome, or Asperger’s, is a previously used diagnosis on the autism spectrum. In 2013, it became part of one umbrella diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders 5 (DSM-5). Typical to strong verbal language skills and intellectual ability distinguish Asperger syndrome from other types of autism. Asperger syndrome […]
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January 13, 2024
Sensory issues are common in people with autism and are even included in the diagnostic criteria for autism spectrum disorder. Each autistic person is unique, and this includes their personal sensory sensitivities. People with autism might have sensitivities to: * Sights * Sounds * Smells * Tastes * Touch * Balance (vestibular) * Awareness of […]
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