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Exploring the Scary Room of Behaviors

My last blog I listed many types of behavior problems with Special Needs Individuals. Here is the list for reference:  Self Injurious/Self Harm, Social Issues, Repetitive Motions and Obsessions, Aggression, Noise Sensitivity, Melt Downs/Tantrums, Sensory Issues, Sleeping Issues, Physical Challenging Behavior (biting, spitting, hitting, hair pulling), Pica (eating or mouthing non-edible items), Destruction and smearing.… Continue reading Exploring the Scary Room of Behaviors

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Opening the Second Door-I’ve got a diagnosis of Autism now what do I do?

We are going to open the second door in our home.  Your medical professional just gave their official diagnosis of Autism and you don't know where to begin. Hopefully, your medical professional suggested placing your child in early intervention and how to begin the process. What I suggest you do at home is start developing… Continue reading Opening the Second Door-I’ve got a diagnosis of Autism now what do I do?

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Does My Child Have Autism?

Before we start exploring each shelf and opening books to learn more about the  types of Autism, there is a reason you are researching the topic of Autism. If you already haven't received a diagnosis yet, the reason why you want to know what Autism is is because you want the answer to "Does My… Continue reading Does My Child Have Autism?

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Autism 101 For Parents

Autism 101 What is Autism?