by Tamara | Apr 18, 2021 | Behaviors
Music can help us in so many ways. It can motivate us, cheer us up, soothe us and provide enjoyment. For an autistic child, music can help them better understand and process emotions. People with autism struggle with understanding social cues and emotions from other...
by Tamara | Apr 11, 2021 | School
As parents, we want our children to be successful in life. We hope and dream they will have fulfilling careers and satisfying personal lives. For many, part of that dream is that their child will go to college. That isn’t any different for those who have children with...
by Tamara | Apr 4, 2021 | Behaviors
Children and teenagers are spending more time online, and social media has become a bigger part of their lives. Chat apps like Discord, WhatsApp and others have become more popular with pre-teens and teens. This has made our children and teens with autism and ADHD...
by Tamara | Mar 31, 2021 | Parenting
As parents, we have all been there. Our minds are thinking about our to-do lists, the doctor appointment tomorrow, your child’s school project, housework that needs to be completed, and more. Constantly thinking about all of those things and not being fully in the...
by Tamara | Mar 27, 2021 | Getting Help
When we think of children and water, we imagine them frolicking in swimming pools or at the beach. Or they may be enjoying a hot summer day in the cool water. Yet, parents of an autistic child are fearful thinking about their child near water if they have not yet...
by Tamara | Mar 14, 2021 | Behaviors, Understanding behaviors
Does your child or teen struggle with keeping their things organized, planning school projects, paying attention or being able to remember certain steps of a task? Your child with autism and ADHD may lack executive function skills. In fact, many people who are on the...
by Tamara | Mar 7, 2021 | Getting Help, Treatments/Services
Many children with autism and ADHD need help with communication and language. This can include improving spoken language skills, understanding body language and facial expressions, communicating through devices, learning communication social skills and more. Whether...
by Tamara | Feb 28, 2021 | Inspiration, Parenting
Being a parent is demanding and never ceasing. While it has so many rewards, the challenges of parenting can be overwhelming at times. That can lead to parental burnout. When you are a parent of a child with autism and ADHD, the risk is even greater because for many...
