We had thousands of questions when we first learned our son was on the autism spectrum. We are trying to give you the answers to the questions we had, and you might have.
If you have a question that isn’t listed here, please contact us so we can add it.
Periodically, we see people who ask a question like, “I enjoy playing with fidget toys, does that mean I’m on the spectrum?” They are often very nervous about this for some reason. But don’t worry, if you’ve ever thought this, the short answer is “No.” Anyone can play with fidget toys, and many people do….
I’ve seen this question pop up at various times in online forums. Typically, the family is getting ready to head out on vacation, and suddenly they remember car rides aren’t just a time to relax and look out the window, especially when you have a special needs child. The truth is, it will vary. My…
This is a question I see pop up periodically on many of the online forums I am a part of, usually because a parent just found out that they are pregnant, or they are talking about having another child. Typically the question starts off with “My child (usually between 4 and 6) is on the…
Disclaimer: I am not a psychologist or psychiatrist, however I have a degree in communications and a background in journalism, which helps me to be hyper observant and able to gather information from many sources. We also have three children in varying levels on the autism spectrum and during the pandemic, I was a stay-at-home…
I hear so many people say, “My kid can’t to this or that. That is too difficult for them…” People often sell individuals with special needs short. They can do so much more than people realize. The key is to set them up for success and to help them along the way. If you constantly…