When Jenny Holm first received a diagnosis of autism for her young son Will, she cycled through a range of emotions including fear, anger, anxiety but then ultimately relief. Will had delayed speech since around two and a half years old and was slow to meet early developmental milestones. So when Child Neurology Consultants of
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Is There a Link Between Diet and Autism?
The CDC estimates that one in 59 kids in the United States suffers from autism, or autism spectrum disorder. A common question always up for debate about this condition is what link, if any, is there between diet and autism? While each child’s case is unique and should be viewed as such, the growing amount
Read MoreGirls, Repetition and Autism
Boys are about four times as likely to be diagnosed with autism (autism spectrum disorder) than girls. Because of this, there is plenty of information out there about boys and this condition, but less so for girls. While there are many signs appearing early on in both boys and girls that can be traits of
Read MoreNon-Verbal Autistic Boy Finds His Voice
Writing news articles is a common middle school assignment. Yet, for 13-year-old, Baxter Wilson-Rul, his focus and perspective are one-of-a-kind. Baxter most often writes about autism. What’s unique about his viewpoint? He has autism and he is non-verbal. But, since the day he’s figured out how to communicate his thoughts, he has been on a
Read MoreFor Kids Who Like Structure, Tips For Summer Planning
Summer is often thought as the time to relax — “freedom” from school and jam-packed after-school schedules. But for some kids, especially those with ADHD, autism, and other special needs who crave structure, that very freedom and the slower summer pace can be unnerving. Here are five tips to help you structure your summer days:
Read MoreSesame Street’s New Friend Introduces Autism
There’s a new kid on the street. Sesame Street that is. This month, Sesame Street will introduce a new Muppet character to their gang live on television. Her name is Julia. She is four years old, very curious, and loves to paint, draw, and pick flowers. Julia likes hanging out with her friends Elmo
Read MoreHeading on Vacation? 5 Travel Tips for Children with Autism
Whether your family’s pleasure is a sandy beach or grassy park, or something in between, one thing is certain when traveling with kids…there are bound to be hiccups along the way. For autistic children, who thrive on set schedules and take comfort in places that are familiar, a vacation can be, well, downright stressful. Here
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