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Nutrient-Dense Foods and Autism Management
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Coping Strategies for Parents of ASD Children
For parents of children on the autism spectrum, finding effective coping strategies is essential for fostering a nurturing environment that caters to their child's unique needs. This article delves into... Read more...
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Cognitive Impairment in Autism: Challenges & Strategies
This article provides an overview of cognitive impairment in autism, including its prevalence, impact on daily functioning, affected cognitive functions, assessment strategies, interventions, recent research findings, and practical tips for... Read more...
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Autism Travel Guide: How to Have Comfortable Travel for Individuals with Autism
This article provides sensory-friendly travel tips for individuals with autism, including strategies for planning, choosing accommodations, packing essential sensory items, utilizing visual schedules and social stories, finding autism-friendly attractions, managing... Read more...
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Understanding Visual Stimming in Toddlers: Signs, Reasons, and Management
A comprehensive guide on visual stimming in toddlers, including understanding the behavior, common signs and behaviors, reasons for visual stimming, its relation to autism, management techniques, and guidance towards more... Read more...
How Autism Wall Clocks Support Routine, Calm & Independence
Autism Clocks: Visual Tools for Calm, Routine & Self-Regulation
Visual time tools like autism-friendly wall clocks can help reduce stress, improve executive function, and support a more predictable day — for all ages. Read more...
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Sensory Overload in Adults: Tips to Calm the Senses
This article provides an overview of sensory overload in adults, including its causes, associated health conditions, symptoms, coping strategies, tips to calm your senses, creating a sensory-friendly environment, and the... Read more...
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Autism + Savant Syndrome: What is the Connection?
A comprehensive overview of Savant syndrome, including its defining characteristics, the close association with autism, exceptional skills found in individuals, rarity and prevalence, the link between autism and Savant syndrome,... Read more...
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Supporting Loved Ones with Sensory Overload: Practical Tips for Caregivers
This article provides tips and strategies for supporting individuals with sensory overload, including recognizing signs and symptoms, creating a supportive environment, utilizing sensory tools and techniques, and prioritizing caregiver self-care. Read more...
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Sensory Overload: Coping Skills for a Calmer Life
Learn effective coping skills for sensory overload, including deep breathing exercises, mindfulness techniques, creating a calm environment, using sensory tools and aids, and seeking support from others. Read more...
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Understanding and Managing Stimming in Autism: A Comprehensive Guide
An overview of stimming in autism, including different types of stimming behaviors, the role of stimming in autism, potential impacts and triggers of stimming, management strategies, and when to seek... Read more...
Sensory Seeking in Autistic Adults: What It Is, Examples & Supports
Sensory Seeking in Autistic Adults: What It Is, Examples & Supports
Autistic adults often engage in sensory seeking—craving movement, pressure, or sound to regulate and focus. This guide explores what sensory seeking is, how it differs from sensory avoiding, and practical... Read more...

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