Finding Support for Siblings of Children with Autism
Having a sibling with autism can pose challenges. It’s common to feel envious of the extra attention given to your autistic sibling or to find it hard to connect with them. However, there are...
Autism Resources for Daylife
Having a sibling with autism can pose challenges. It’s common to feel envious of the extra attention given to your autistic sibling or to find it hard to connect with them. However, there are...
Table of Contents Why Anger is Common for Adults with Autism Common Anger Triggers for Autistic Adults Healthy Ways for Autistic Adults to Manage Anger Getting Help for Managing Autism Anger Anger is a...
The Ritvo Autism Asperger Diagnostic Scale-Revised (RAADS-R) test is a self-report questionnaire used to assess and diagnose Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in adults. Developed by Dr Ariella Riva Ritvo and her colleagues in 2011, the RAADS-R test aims to differentiate ASD from other psychiatric conditions and to provide clinicians with a reliable tool for assessing ASD in adults. This article will discuss the accuracy of the RAADS-R test, including its psychometric properties, strengths, and limitations. Continue reading
Table of Contents Introduction Echolalia, the precise repetition of words and sounds, is a common feature associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This blog post aims to shed light on Echolalia’s role in child...
Discovering that your child has autism can be overwhelming and raise many questions. It’s a significant moment that can alter your life and your family’s, and it’s natural to seek answers. This article aims...
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that affects communication and behavior. It is often diagnosed in children, but adults can be autistic and not know it. It’s possible for adults to have...
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental condition that can cause significant social, communication, and behavioral challenges. In addition, people with ASD may also have difficulty sleeping. Sleep problems are one of the most...
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects communication, social interaction, and behavior. The condition is characterized by a range of symptoms that can vary in severity and can be diagnosed in...
Autism comes with many unique challenges, especially in learning how to communicate and express oneself through the written word. Many autistic children have difficulty writing in an organized fashion, lack the fine motor skills...
Autistic individuals often face difficulties in communicating verbally, which can be a result of sensory issues, difficulties in expressing and comprehending language, and difficulty in interpreting verbal information. This can be a major barrier...