Parents and Caregivers: What to Do if You Think Your Child is Autistic

• By: April L. Coleman, PsyD Georgia Autism Center
• April 11th, 2023
• assessment, behaviors, children, communication skills, diagnosis, early intervention, early warning signs, parents and caregivers, Spring 2023 Issue
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My child has big emotional reactions and seems so sensitive to everything. I am always having to reassure my daughter when we go to new places or meet new people. My son wants to make friends so bad, but he has such a hard time knowing how to play with others. My daughter gets upset every time I...

Tips for Parents and Teachers to Support Autistic Children in Developing and Maintaining Friendships

• By: April L. Coleman, PsyD Georgia Autism Center
• September 29th, 2022
• children, Fall 2022 Issue, friendships, parenting, peers, relationships, social and emotional learning, social groups, social skills, social stories, students, teachers
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Friendships play an important role in the lives of children and teenagers. These relationships help with childhood social and emotional development in many ways, including: managing emotions, responding to the feelings of others, listening, problem solving, navigating conflicts, sharing and...