Providing Menstrual Care Instruction to Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders

• By: Mary Donahue, PhD, BCBA-D, LBA Lisa Barzotto, MS, BCBA, LBA AHRC New York City
• April 1st, 2020
• adolescents, education, females, independence, menstrual care, period, personal hygiene, PMS, sexuality, social stories, Spring 2020 Issue
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Adolescence is a developmental period that brings challenges to all children and parents. More extensive challenges can be experienced by children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and their families. Understanding and coping with the physical, social, and emotional changes of adolescence is...

Periods and Pads and Pain, Oh My! Promoting Independence During Self-Care – Skills for Girls with Autism Spectrum Disorder

• By: Stephanie Sigler, MS, BCBA, LBS-PA Jennifer Croner Lauriello, MSEd, BCBA, LBS-PA Exceptional Learning, LLC
• April 1st, 2020
• girls, independence, menstruation, parenting, personal hygiene, puberty, self-advocacy, self-care, Spring 2020 Issue
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As a parent, our biggest concerns for our children involve teaching them to be successful individuals who can advocate for themselves, providing them with an education to help them grow into successful adults, and keeping them safe. A common goal amongst all parents is to raise their children to be...