Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 17, 2023 Updated: February 27, 2024 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 59 children in the United States are diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder each year. Having a sibling with autism poses specific challenges…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: April 1, 2023 Updated: April 2, 2023 World Autism Awareness Day occurs annually on April 2nd. The purpose of Autism Awareness Day is to raise awareness about autism and to encourage acceptance and support for individuals living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 15, 2023 Updated: March 1, 2023 For families of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) living in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, finding autism-friendly activities does not have to be difficult. Camp Worth, located in Forth Worth, Texas offers a family counseling…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Ky’ra Myers, Licensed Master Social Worker – Camp Worth Clinical Director Ky’ra Myers, Licensed Master Social Worker – Camp Worth Clinical Director read more Published: March 13, 2023 Updated: April 2, 2023 Nearly a quarter of teens with autism thirteen and…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 2, 2023 Updated: March 1, 2023 People living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) often struggle in social settings. They have trouble interacting with others and may have difficulty sharing their interests. Fortunately, occupational therapy for autism provides benefits by helping those…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 1, 2023 Updated: March 1, 2023 When discussing autism spectrum disorder (ASD), there can be some confusion in the terminology used to describe developmentally challenged individuals. That’s because, on the one hand, autism exists on a spectrum (hence the name), and…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 10, 2023 Updated: February 21, 2023 For parents of children diagnosed with autism, it can be challenging to know how best to support them in developing communication skills. It’s essential to understand the different types of autism, and what you need…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: February 3, 2023 Updated: February 21, 2023 Autism is a complex neurological disorder that affects how a person behaves, interacts, and communicates. It can be challenging to identify autism in children, especially when they are non-verbal. Call 855.915.2545 to speak with someone…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Ky’ra Myers, Licensed Master Social Worker – Camp Worth Clinical Director Ky’ra Myers, Licensed Master Social Worker – Camp Worth Clinical Director read more Published: February 1, 2023 Updated: February 21, 2023 Anger is a common symptom for high-functioning teens with…
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Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 30, 2023 Updated: January 10, 2023 Every year, thousands of children in the United States are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). One of the most common and defining characteristics of ASD is repetitive behaviors. Repetitive behaviors include any behavior that…
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