Tag: parent tips
3 Tips to Encourage Your Young Adult with Autism to Try New Foods
As your child grows into adulthood, independence in daily life becomes more important, including the ability to make balanced food choices. But if your young adult with autism has a limited diet or strong food preferences, getting them to try something new can feel like an uphill battle. Food isn’t just about nutrition. For your […] Read more »
Does My Child with Autism Have Sensory Processing Disorder?
Parenting an autistic child means endless questions, like “Is this autism, or is this developmental?” One thing many parents find themselves questioning is whether their child’s sensory sensitivities are a typical aspect of autism, or signs of SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder). Sensory Processing Disorder is characterized by the brain’s difficulty in handling sensory input. This […] Read more »
How to Build Self-Advocacy Skills in Your Autistic Child
As our children grow, so much time is spent focused on their education, wondering if they will have satisfactory employment and if they will be able to live on their own. Yet, the ability to self-advocate is what most determines the quality of a person’s life. Self-advocacy is the ability for someone to understand and […] Read more »