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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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Healthy Ways to Manage High-Functioning Autism and Anger

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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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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Autism Awareness Resources for Schools

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: January 2, 2023 Updated: January 9, 2023 Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability that can cause social, communication, and behavioral challenges. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 1 in 54 children in the U.S. are…

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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…

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Signs of High Functioning Autism

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: August 2, 2022 Updated: August 8, 2022 Autism is a neurodevelopment disorder, meaning it involves the way the brain processes information. Individuals with autism are often on a spectrum, with some having only a few traits, such as difficulty with socializing or…

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Increased Anxiety and Stress in an Isolated World

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 16, 2022 Updated: July 25, 2022 Anxiety and stress are on a steep increase, even before you factor in the external difficulties that the pandemic has created. Although humans are more connected than ever before, we seem to have never felt…

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How Kids With Autism Can Benefit From Recreational Therapy

Added By Ky ra Myers Ky ra Myers Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 29, 2022 Updated: June 6, 2022 Autism spectrum disorder, or ASD, affects nearly 1 in 44 children in the U.S. today. While there is no cure for autism, many beneficial therapies can teach them the skills they need to lead a…