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 […]
Understanding Echolalia in Children with Autism: Types, Causes, and Strategies for Improvement
Echolalia is when a child repeats words or phrases they’ve heard. While it’s normal in early development, it often persists in children with autism. Understanding the different types—immediate, delayed, functional, non-interactive, and mitigated—is crucial for effective support and recognizing its role in language development. Children with autism may use echolalia to communicate needs, process language, […]
How to Discipline a Child with Autism – Positive Parenting Techniques
Autism professionals and parents often have a lot of questions surrounding disciplining children with and without autism. There’s added confusion about what discipline is, and how you should do it. So today we’re talking all about the important subject of discipline and positive parenting. If you’re wondering how to discipline a child with autism, this […]