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Love the child for who they are. Don’t compare them to neurotypical children. There are bound to be bumps in the road: be prepared and plan for it. A child with autism may lack the skills to talk it out and express what’s really going on inside. To successfully parent a child with autism, it’s important to gain a new set of listening skills.
Nov 2, 2012 · Autism and Step-parenting. November 2, 2012. Part 5 in our series on Autism and Family Life. If you are a stepparent, you know how challenging it can be to assume that role in a child’s life. Even if you and your spouse dated for a long while, marrying and combining households isn’t always as warm and fuzzy as Mike and Carol of The Brady ...
Apr 1, 2019 · Conversely, as with typically developing children, parental behavior can also enhance development in ASD and parents play a role in many interventions. In this review we examine parental contributions to the development of children with ASD, focusing on social communication and emotion regulation.
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May 2, 2023 · Medication for Children on the Autism Spectrum. Autism spectrum disorder is called a spectrum because autistic kids may have a wide range of symptoms, cognitive abilities, language skills and behaviors. This guide gives parents a comprehensive look at autism, from how its diversity can make it difficult to diagnose, to special issues affecting ...
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ABA behavior modification therapy may include 1-2 hours of parent training per week with the parents using strategies they learn in between visits. An ABA therapist may also consult with teachers to help support positive behaviors in the classroom. A first step in skills training during an ABA session is usually includes
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Children of mothers older than 35 years have 30% increased risk for developing the disorder. A father’s age also has been shown to increase the chance that a child will be born with autism, with older fathers at a higher risk of having a child born with the disorder (Hultman, Sandin, Levine, Lichtenstein, & Reichenberg, 2011).
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A child with autism is first and foremost a child. He or she is a growing person with unknown possibilities. Believe in what the child can do. Don’t define the child by a diagnosis. Take care of yourself. It’s OK to take a break. Join parent support groups. Or ask understanding family and friends to care for your child so you can recharge.
