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Parents of Autistic Children Sue Philadelphia School District

by Julie on July 16, 2012

As parents of a child on the autism spectrum chances are you’ve come to realize how important structure and routine are for your child. So often we see headlines screaming about parents battling their school districts to ensure the proper support for the child. The most recent headline Four parents of autistic children sue Philadelphia [...]

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Parenting an Autistic Child

by Katherine on February 1, 2012

While parenting an autistic child can be fulfilling, we cannot deny that it does come with quite a few challenges. Here are some tips to help you have a smoother relationship with your child – 1. Use clear and concise words When speaking with your child, it is very important that you use clear and [...]

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Helping Your Child Learn a Routine Through the Use of Picture Schedules

by Katherine on November 26, 2011

One of the most common characteristics of autistic children is that they have a need for structure and routine.  They like knowing what is going to happen as this makes them feel comfortable and secure. Any changes to the schedule is going to be difficult for your child and learning a new routine can be [...]

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Tips on How to Care for an Autistic Child

by Katherine on October 6, 2011

Caring for an autistic child can be very stressful because of the continuous and intensive amount of assistance they require. If you are caring for an autistic child in your family, here are some tips on how to care for him. The best way to help your child is to make your child a part [...]

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Behavioral Characteristics of Teens with Autism

by Katherine on August 17, 2011

While autism is generally discovered in younger children, it is not unusual that some children may have missed being diagnosed until their teenage years. If you suspect that your teenage child is affected by autism, here are some behavioral characteristics that you need to watch out – 1. Having Little to No Friends People with [...]

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Creating a Daily Schedule for Your Autistic Child

by Katherine on June 9, 2011

As we all know, autistic children crave for structure and routine in their daily lives. It makes them feel comfortable and it gives them a sense of security when they know what will happen in the exact moment it will happen. To help achieve this, it is best that you create a daily schedule which [...]

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Autistic Children Need a Consistent Routine

by Katherine on February 8, 2011

Unlike other children, autistic children need a regular and consistent routine as it is very important for them to know what to expect and when to expect it. They look for consistency in their daily activities and are reassured by the fact that they know what will happen next. Autistic children feel very uncomfortable with [...]

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