Eye Contact and Autism

April 29, 2016 authentic 0

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/why-toddlers-with-autism-avoid-eye-contact/?WT.mc_id=SA_MB_20161221 Toddlers with autism are oblivious to the social information in the eyes, but don’t actively avoid meeting another person’s gaze, according to a new […]

Autistic Education

April 3, 2016 authentic 0

“Learn everything you can, anytime you can, from anyone you can- there will always come a time when you will be grateful you did.” – […]

Care for Eyes

April 3, 2016 authentic 0

An eye test is recommended for all children, and for adults every two years. This article provides guidance on what to expect from an eye […]

Bathroom

April 3, 2016 authentic 0

Teaching your child to use the toilet correctly can be a difficult task, whether they have autism or not. But if your child has autism, […]

Autism and Sex

April 3, 2016 authentic 0

Sex education and puberty Here are some ideas for talking to your child about puberty, sex, sexuality and relationships, as well as links to some […]

Visiting the Dentist

April 1, 2016 authentic 0

Going to the dentist can be a very stressful experience for those on the autism spectrum and their caregivers. Here are some strategies that can […]