One of the most challenging aspects of raising a child on the spectrum is managing behaviors. While they come in […]
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One of the Best Back to School Bus Stops- Paraprofessionals
Late August is fast approaching, which means back to school is right around the corner. In fact, here in Florida, […]
A Spectrum of Resolutions for The New Year
New year, new beginnings, and new resolutions. For many of us, new intentions often go hand and hand with ringing […]
Medical or Educational: The Tangled Web of Diagnosing Autism
In 1998 my son received a medical diagnosis of autism. Back then it was the only path to receive supports […]
The Lesson Plans of Life With Autism
With school back in session, many parents find themselves in the familiar routine of returning to life in the classroom. […]
The Unique Three-Leaf Clover of Autism
I was recently reflecting over the years and experiences raising a child with autism. Honestly, when I look back part […]
A New Year and Autism’s Auld Lang Syne
As 2024 comes to an end, self-reflection of this year has been an old acquaintance. Autism continues to amaze and […]
Autism: A Love Language Beyond Words
As many of you know my son is autistic with minimal verbal expression and accompanying cognitive impairment. Currently I see […]
The Nightmare Before Christmas and Autism: Unmasking Expectations
With Halloween just a few days away I’m reminded of the many Halloween nights spent with my own children. The […]
The Holes in the Road to Autism
In life, we encounter and travel different paths. As a parent of a child with autism, those roads can lead […]