Is Autism Medication an Option for Treatment?
When kids with autism have problem behaviors, inattention, or sleep issues, many medical and educational professionals, relatives, and friends recommend medication. Today, we’re talking all about autism medication and supplements.https://youtu.be/LlNgGtssJSk?list=PL0_NcGwhzOkjFELGLIqwluNbHXM4rHldG Each week I provide you with some of my ideas about turning autism around. So, if you haven’t subscribed to my YouTube channel, you can […]
How to Manage Autism Mom Stress
Did you know that mothers of children with autism experience the stress levels of combat soldiers? Today I’ll be addressing this serious issue of autism mom stress and giving some strategies on how to deal with stress for autism moms. https://youtu.be/QkhOzpcFqKs?list=PL0_NcGwhzOkiCwyqCERPFaWTKf-7nPpJj Each week I provide you with some of my ideas about turning autism around. […]
ADHD vs. Autism – Differences, Early Signs & Next Steps
When toddlers are inattentive, hyper focused on certain topics or items, or extremely hyperactive, both professionals and parents wonder if it’s normal, if it’s just a phase, or if it’s ADHD or autism. Today, I want to discuss ADHD vs. autism symptoms in very young children and the treatment for both.https://youtu.be/HX4Zbfy72NU?list=PL0_NcGwhzOkgx-VTb91Nwm4XBr5oj64wu Each week, I provide […]
Autism Sensory Issues: What is Sensory Overload & How Can You Deal with It?
I commonly hear things like, “my child’s problem behaviors are caused by sensory issues, so I don’t want to treat them like behavior issues.” I feel like there’s a lot of confusion as to whether a behavior is caused by something sensory, or if it should be treated like any other behavior. So, today I’m […]
High Functioning Autism vs. Low Functioning Autism: Is There a Difference?
When my son Lucas was young, I thought he had high functioning autism because he was included in typical toddler preschool classes and was warm and cuddly with me. But now most would consider Lucas low functioning. After two decades in the autism world, I really don’t like the terms “high functioning” and “low functioning”.