Autistic Children: How Does Screen Time Affect Them?

Children are spending more and more time in front of screens. How does this effect autistic children? Here are 11 reasons why autistic children are extra vulnerable to screen time and tech addiction. Read this article from Psychology Today. Autistic children, or children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) are uniquely vulnerable to various brain-related impacts …

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A Son With Autism: 15 Things I’m Aware of as the Mother of a Son with Autism

For parents with an autistic child, and in our case, an autistic son, life can consist of exhaustion, anxiety, and fear. But, as one mother has learned, it can also be filled with gratitude, support, and hope. Read this post from Autism Speaks. April is Autism Awareness Month. I’m the parent of a child with …

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Autism—It’s Different in Girls

Research suggests that autism looks different in girls than boys. And it may lead to misdiagnosis and missing out on needed support. Autism in Girls. One in 68 children in the U.S. is affected by autism—but new research suggests that current diagnostic methods overlook girls, meaning even more kids may be on the spectrum. Behavioral …

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