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No matter the age - child or adult - a self-diagnosis of autism simply isn’t ideal. This isn’t to say it’s impossible, of course. Having said that, the simple fact remains that a self-diagnosis causes problems.

Making friends is a crucial part in every child’s growth and development, and parents of children with autism understand how difficult it can be for their children to connect with their peers.

Your child has received an Autism Spectrum Diagnosis and is ready to start Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. You may be flooded with mixed emotions like excitement, apprehension, uncertainty, confusion, to name a few.

Raising a child with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is challenging for any parent. No one is expecting that their child will be the one to face autism, and many are caught unprepared.

Receiving attention is a natural human craving in both adults and children. An attention-seeking behavior arises when a person makes a conscious effort to seek the approval of others. While there could be several reasons for attention-seeking behaviors in children with autism, it is important to handle such actions carefully, irrespective of the triggering factors.

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is commonly sought out by parents of children with autism. It's a form of therapy that can aid with social, communication, and learning skills, and is generally regarded as one of the most effective forms of therapy for young individuals with autism.

As a parent, leaving your child with autism in the care of a babysitter can be a daunting experience. You may ask yourself many questions, such as, how will the babysitter cope with your child’s condition?

As a parent of someone with autism, you want nothing but the best for your child’s health and wellbeing. Therefore, it’s natural to have hesitancies on whether applied behavior analysis (ABA) therapy is right for your child.

Children with autism may lack eye contact, and this deficiency typically begins right from infancy. This indicates that they are less relational and responsive to other people generally.

If you’re a parent or a close family member of a child with autism, you are probably already aware of the unique attributes that come with caring for a child with autism.