Parents notice something different. A toddler won't look up when you call their name. Playing with other kids at the park seems harder for your child than for others. Maybe conversations feel one-sided, or tiny changes in routine trigger big reactions. These moments often send families looking for answers, which brings them to autism [...]
When you hear the diagnosis, the question hits immediately: why? Parents desperately want answers. They need to know what happened. But autism spectrum disorder doesn't come with a simple explanation - it's woven from multiple threads, not tied to one single cause. Research has come a long way in understanding what causes autism. What [...]
Asperger's syndrome still comes up a lot when people talk about autism, even though the medical terms have changed. What is Aspergers, exactly? The term used to describe kids who talked on time - or even early - but couldn't quite figure out the social rules everyone else seemed to get instinctively. Their vocabulary [...]
Autistic burnout is different from regular tiredness. It can last weeks, months, or even longer - a state of complete exhaustion that happens when an autistic person's ability to cope with everyday life gets totally overwhelmed. Kids, teens, and adults all experience this crushing exhaustion. A child who used to handle school fine suddenly [...]
Many people ask, what is autism? Autism Spectrum Disorder, or ASD, is a common and complex neurological condition. It affects how a person's brain develops, particularly influencing their communication, interaction with others, and sensory information processing. The official name, ASD, meaning Autism Spectrum Disorder, is important. The word "spectrum" is key. It's because it shows [...]
Finding the proper support for a child with autism can feel like a complex puzzle. Among the many people involved, the ABA tutor plays a key role in direct care. An ABA tutor is a highly trained paraprofessional who works directly with the child. They're responsible for implementing specific programs to teach new skills [...]
When you hear terms used in school, like IEP, EAL, or SEN, it's easy to feel lost. For parents, understanding the language schools use is the first step in supporting your child's language learning. For teachers, clear communication is essential. Let's break down the basics of this important topic. At its core, the SEN [...]
Autism Spectrum Disorder is a difference in the way a person's brain develops. It affects how they communicate, interact socially, and perceive the world around them. The core symptoms of autism generally fall into three areas: Social-communication differences. Restricted interests. Sensory sensitivity. For young children, parents and teachers might notice some early red flags. [...]
In the world of child development, we often seek simple yet effective tools to support our children. One of the best and most fun tools available is the sensory toy. But what are sensory toys exactly? These are special objects made to stimulate a child's five main senses: Touch. Sight. Sound. Smell. Taste. They [...]
This Scribble was penciled by Nicole Reynolds, Founder and Managing Director of The Children's Place. WHAT IS CHATTY TOTS EARLY INTERVENTION?Chatty Tots Early Intervention (Chatty Tots EI) is a centre-based interdisciplinary therapy programme for 2 to 4-year-olds who may have or is suspected to have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Could this be for your little one?If [...]
