Practical Tips for a Sensory-Friendly Christmas for Autistic Children

• By: David Boehme Educator and Teaching Assistant from Germany
• December 3rd, 2024
• advocacy, children, holidays, parenting, parents and caregivers, planning, sensory issues, stress
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Christmas is just around the corner. Unlike the white, snow-covered wonderland that many associate with Christmas, the festive season can be very lively and noisy and filled with appointments and various stimuli. There is a well-known quote that I think puts into words the way autistic...

Supporting Families in ABA Programs with Compassion and Sensitivity

• By: Bobbi Rogers Proud Moments ABA
• October 2nd, 2023
• ABA, applied behavior analysis, compassion, Fall 2023 Issue, family tips, parents and caregivers, sensitive language, therapist tips
• 1897    0

Imagine the feeling of expecting a child. You dream for your child, wonder what they will be like, wonder if they will be funny or smart, outgoing, or quiet. You wonder about a lot of things, but you don’t wonder whether they will ever learn to talk. You don’t wonder if they will ever have a...

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
• 2685    1

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...