Technology Overuse and Autism Spectrum Disorders
As screen time is so alluring, parents need to take concrete steps to create limits and structure. Learn strategies for managing screen time
Prenatal Nutrition During COVID-19
Are you or somebody you know thinking of having a child – or maybe a baby is already on the way? Do you have
Home all Day: Exercise During Covid-19
School closures, suspended recreational activities, and limited therapies due to the COVID-19 pandemic have left many families with few choices for physical activities.
Emerging Co-occurring Disorders with ASD – Catatonia and DMDD
Catatonia and disruptive mood regulation disorder (DMDD) are increasingly recognized as co-occurring conditions associated with autism spectrum disorders. Learn about recognition and treatment
Coronavirus Impact: Talking to Kids About Changing Schedules, Altered Plans, and Disruption
Ongoing schedule changes and uncertainty due to the spread of the Coronavirus can present special challenges. Learn ideas for providing compassionate support to
Support for Individuals with ASD: Coping with Family and Virtual Interactions During COVID-19
Learn skills to manage day-to-day, resources for virtual social interactions, and general guidelines about coping with the lockdown for individuals with ASD and
Research finds GI issues coincide with challenging behaviors in ASD
Dr. Ferguson discusses current research indicating that GI issues coincide with behavior problems in autism. He explains how the autonomic nervous system drives stress response and details its
Emotional Support for Families during COVID-19
The uncertainty and sudden changes caused by COVID-19 are difficult for all families, but particularly so for some families and individuals experiencing anxiety
Editorial – Researchers have identified a relationship between Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and autism
Editor’s note: Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes have recently received much attention among members of the autism community. This is due, in large part, to the research conducted by
Anxiety, Autism: Five Prime Suspects – with tips for coping at home during the Coronavirus outbreak
Learn about factors that contribute to the high levels of anxiety seen in autism and learn concrete and actionable strategies for parents, teachers, and