Autism Awareness

What Are the Early Signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Autism/ASD

The CDC’s Autism and Developmental Disabilities Monitoring Network has reported that one in 54 children has autism spectrum disorder. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) refers to a neurodevelopmental disorder often characterized by cognitive impairments, repetitive behaviors, communication difficulties, and social impairments.  If you are wondering whether your young one has ASD, chances are that you have…

Emotion emoticons used by a psychologist during a therapy session with a child with an autism spectrum disorder.

What’s Next? 5 Key Steps to Take After an Autism Diagnosis

Autism, Brain, Development, Psychology

According to a recent study conducted by the CDC, approximately 1 in 54 children are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in the United States. Better awareness around ASD has led to a better understanding of how it can be recognized and managed, but parents might still find it difficult to cope with their child’s diagnosis without proper support.…