It's the holidays! And for autism families this can be a very stressful time of year. This episode kicks off our Autism Holidays Survival Series as we discuss how to handle family gatherings. Extended family can be a source of stress for many, and for our kids on the autism spectrum family gatherings can be difficult. This episode will provide some ... Continue Reading
Autism and Halloween | How to make this holiday a little less scary | ABP Episode 64
We're out and about in the neighborhood today, talking about Halloween. This is a replay from of our Surviving the Holiday Series, 2017. Holidays can be filled with change and chaos, making it difficult for kiddos on the spectrum to enjoy them. We'll be covering some tips and things to consider when preparing your child for Halloween, as well as a ... Continue Reading
The 8 Senses and Their Role In Autism Spectrum Disorder
By Katherine Lycke, M.Ed/Ed.S, Marriage and Family Therapist Intern Imagine for a moment waking up to a bird chirping outside your window. Now mentally turn up the volume of that chirp 3-5x, to the point of sounding like a school fire alarm. Your eyes suddenly open to a bright room, except the brightness is so alarming to your system you ... Continue Reading
