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Observing Autism Awareness Day

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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The Link Between Autism, Seizures, and Epilepsy

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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Occupational Therapy for Autism

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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Neurotypical vs. Neurodivergent: What’s the Difference?

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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Identifying Non-Verbal Autism in Children

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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Recognizing Autism in Girls

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 16, 2023 Updated: January 10, 2023 Recognizing the signs of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in young children can be challenging. Girls, in particular, may exhibit signs differently than boys. It is important to be aware of the potential signs of autism…

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Importance of Social Skills

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: December 7, 2022 Updated: November 15, 2022 Humans need socialization to thrive and succeed in life. It’s essential for any person’s growth and development, and children need to develop strong social skills to navigate the challenging world around them. Social skills can…

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Signs of Nonverbal Autism in Children

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 1, 2022 Updated: September 29, 2022 Autism spectrum disorder affects millions of children each year, with wide-ranging symptoms in each case. Some children will have minimal trouble socializing and communicating, while others will have a very limited vocabulary. Knowing the signs…

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What is Nonverbal Autism?

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 4, 2022 Updated: August 8, 2022 Autism spectrum disorder is a term used to describe a wide range of neurodevelopmental disorders. One of them is nonverbal autism. In this particular condition, an individual has difficulties or significant delays in communication. If…