Autism Advice
Is it normal for a child to eat foreign objects?
Is it normal for a child to eat foreign objects? My autistic son is 9 and eats wood, rope, cardboard, and rocks. How can we stop him from doing this before he causes himself any harm? The behavior that you are discussing is Pica. Bottom line, it is the eating of non-edible objects. The majority…
Read MoreExpert Advice – My child self harms, how can I help him?
My autistic child is self harming and is only 4 years old. He mostly slaps his face and bangs his head against the floor. What can I do to help my child? I’m not sure how to stop him. Below are some simple benign interventions that I would use in order to make sure…
Read MoreExpert Advice – My autistic child is anxious on the school bus!
My child is so anxious going to school. She hates riding in the school bus with the other children. She otherwise enjoys school and once she is there and recovers from the stress of the journey she is fine. How can I make her less anxious about the transport? In order to determine why the…
Read MoreSpecial Needs Acronyms Explained
Special Needs Acronyms Explained When your child is first diagnosed, it can feel overwhelming in so many ways. One of the first obstacles is learning to understand the ‘lingo’ of the professionals who will be helping your child and there is a staggering amount of information to learn along the way. As well as treatment…
Read MoreAutism Apps for iPad – April 2018
Is your child autistic? Trying to decide if an iPad could help your child? You are not alone! In the UK, it is not uncommon for iPads to be utilized by children of all ages with autism. If you have just bought an iPad for your autistic child, then you may be curious as to…
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