Autism

Teaching "the point" to a child with autism

Teaching "the point" to a child with autism

There’s more to communication than talking—especially for kids with autism spectrum disorder. The index finger can be an essential tool!

Joel Yanofsky

5 golden rules for parenting the siblings of a kid with autism

5 golden rules for parenting the siblings of a kid with autism

You can’t split your time and attention equally when you have a child on the spectrum, but you can still make sure all your kids thrive.

Joel Yanofsky

How to choose the best school for your child with autism

How to choose the best school for your child with autism

There's more to think about when it comes to good educations for kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Here’s how to find a school where they'll thrive.

Joel Yanofsky

Does my child have autism?: 10 red flags to watch out for

Does my child have autism?: 10 red flags to watch out for

These are red flags for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in a baby, toddler or pre-schooler—if you spot them, ask your paediatrician about early interventions

Joel Yanofsky

Why anti-vaxxers think they know more than medical experts

Why anti-vaxxers think they know more than medical experts

Many people delay or refuse vaccination for their children, despite clear evidence that vaccines do far more good than harm. Here are some reasons why.

Matthew Motta

We can't believe what a stranger said to this mom and her son with autism

We can't believe what a stranger said to this mom and her son with autism

How do people like this guy still exist in this world? It's 2018!

Kevin John Siazon

What to do when your family doesn’t accept your kid’s special needs

What to do when your family doesn’t accept your kid’s special needs

When loved ones don’t understand your kid’s symptoms and behaviours, it can be devastating. Here’s how to handle relatives who judge, shame or exclude.

Sarah Bradley

How meditation can benefit kids with autism

How meditation can benefit kids with autism

Daily oms can help with anxiety, insomnia and self-regulation—here’s how to teach a kid on the spectrum to meditate.

Arlene Karidis

aTypical Town: The most autism-friendly place in Canada

aTypical Town: The most autism-friendly place in Canada

This tiny town in Newfoundland has become the best place in Canada to raise kids with autism. This is how they did it.

Today's Parent

Is the most common therapy for autism harmful or helpful?

Is the most common therapy for autism harmful or helpful?

Applied Behaviour Analysis is widely used and funded across Canada, but some people with autism spectrum disorder say it causes lasting trauma.

Raina Delisle

An accurate test for predicting autism in babies could be on the horizon

An accurate test for predicting autism in babies could be on the horizon

A promising new diagnostic tool could make it possible to screen babies for ASD, so they can receive offer earlier interventions.

Arlene Karidis

Why we should not blame autism in the Toronto van attack

Why we should not blame autism in the Toronto van attack

Alek Minassian possibly had ASD—but that would not explain the violent crimes he was charged with. Such speculation leaves autism families vulnerable.

Valerie Howes

Autism rates see a staggering hike in past two years

Autism rates see a staggering hike in past two years

A new US report shows a 15 percent increase in the prevalence of ASD in kids. Early intervention and accessing resources are key to improving outcomes.

Valerie Howes

A new way to help kids with autism manage their emotions

A new way to help kids with autism manage their emotions

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) has long been used to treat anxiety, but a new study suggests it could help kids on the spectrum with anger, sadness and depression too.

Valerie Howes

How the Mark Zuckerberg backlash is for people who’re #ActuallyAutistic

How the Mark Zuckerberg backlash is for people who’re #ActuallyAutistic

As a Facebook user I’m furious at Mark Zuckerberg. As an autism mom, I’m furious at the people mocking him.

Alexandra Samuel

Kids with autism will love all the exciting changes at Sesame Place

Kids with autism will love all the exciting changes at Sesame Place

This Pennsylvania theme park is the only Certified Autism Centre in the world and is ready to open its doors on April 28 for children of all abilities.

Adriana Parente

I'm a writer, but my autistic child can barely speak

I'm a writer, but my autistic child can barely speak

One mom had simple expectations for her son: He would learn to walk, talk, socialize and inherit her affinity for reading. But then he didn't.

Emily Schultz

The most autism-friendly town in Canada

The most autism-friendly town in Canada

How two women transformed their tiny Newfoundland community from a zero-resources town to the best place in the country to raise kids with autism.

Valerie Howes

Today’s Parent launches first autism eBook for Canadian parents

Today’s Parent launches first autism eBook for Canadian parents

“My hope is that this eBook can offer families a glimpse into what their child’s future might look like. And, more important, what they can do to prepare for it.”

Today's Parent

12 travel destinations that kids with autism will love

12 travel destinations that kids with autism will love

These airports, attractions, cruises, resorts and destinations go the extra mile for kids with autism and other special needs.

Lisa Kadane

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