Speech therapy plays a crucial role in supporting children with autism by addressing their unique communication challenges and helping them develop essential language and social skills. Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often affects how children understand and use language, as well…
The best therapies for autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are diverse and tailored to the individual’s unique needs, focusing on improving communication, social skills, behavior, emotional regulation, and daily functioning. No single therapy fits all because autism manifests differently in each…
Sensory issues profoundly affect people with autism by altering how they perceive and respond to the world around them. These sensory differences can involve heightened sensitivity (hypersensitivity) or reduced sensitivity (hyposensitivity) to various sensory inputs such as sounds, lights, textures,…
The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule, commonly known as ADOS, is a specialized, standardized tool used by clinicians to assess and observe behaviors associated with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). It is designed to provide a structured way to evaluate social interaction,…
Autism manifests differently in boys and girls, leading to significant differences in how symptoms appear, are recognized, and diagnosed. Boys are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) more frequently and often earlier than girls, but this disparity is influenced by…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition influenced by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. While genetics play a significant role, environmental risk factors are increasingly recognized as important contributors that can interact with genetic predispositions to…
Genetics plays a **central and complex role** in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), but it is not the sole factor. Autism is not caused by a single gene; rather, it arises from the combined influence of many genes interacting with each…
Autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects how a person perceives the world, communicates, and interacts socially. One of the most common questions people ask is whether autism can be cured or outgrown. The…
Stimming behaviors in autism are repetitive actions or movements that individuals use to stimulate their senses, regulate emotions, or manage sensory input. The term “stimming” is short for self-stimulatory behavior, and while everyone stims to some degree—like tapping a pen…
High functioning autism refers to individuals on the autism spectrum who have average or above-average intelligence and relatively strong language skills but still face challenges in social communication, behavior, and sensory processing. Unlike more severe forms of autism, people with…