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Kids with autism & Emergencies

Helping Kids with Autism Handle Emergencies: Clear Communication is Critical

Remember the Three C’s of Communication in an Emergency

 In the previous post, we discussed the im...
Disaster Preparedness & Autism

Safety First: Disaster Preparedness for Families of Children with Autism

Safety First: Disaster Preparedness for Families of Children with Autism

As a parent, how should you approach disaster preparedness if one or more of your children is on the autism spectrum?A quick review of recent headlines underscores th...

Two New High-Tech Wearables for Kids with ASD Look Promising

A new app-controlled pressure vest to reduce anxiety for kids with ASD and augmented reality (AR) glasses to improve social interaction are in development this year and doing well in peer-reviewed studies.

For many years now, research...

Writing and Autism: Build Confidence and Connection Through the Written Word

Getting your kids to write anything down can feel impossible—especially if you’re the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, who may be <a href="https://springbrookprd.wpengine.com/understanding-the-minimally-verbal-or-nonverbal-child-with-aut...

Drowning Prevention for Children with Autism

Specialized swim lessons and water safety courses can save lives for kids with ASDIf you’re the parent of a child on the autism spectrum, it’s likely that accidental drowning is high on your list of fears. Water safety and drowning preve...
Theme Park Accommodations for Children with Autism

Theme Parks Begin Offering Accommodations for Children with Autism

Joining a long line of businesses that host special sensory-f...