Autistic children and adults often respond positively to certain types of sensory input. Some, for example, find weighted blankets and tight clothing calming, while others are able to focus better ...

As families with autistic children ... factor for autistic children and can offset the negative impacts of stressful life experiences. When parents can remain calm and supportive while their ...

A Philadelphia charter school has a brand new space for kids with autism and other special needs can go to calm down and it ...

She notes that it's important to begin thinking about adult living while your autistic child is still young. In part, that's because autistic children are usually eligible for disability, special ...

New study reveals that puppy eyes syncs human and dog brain activities, with promising implications for understanding and treating autism.

Teens and adults with autism and disabilities can be so hard to buy for ... Pop It- Sensory "stuff" is not just for autistics or kids. Many people find it calming. The hottest trend this year is ...

And for kids with autism, there may be additional considerations that need to be taken into account, as these children often have different developmental, sensory and safety needs. So what toys are ...

LaughingEyesjoy shared a video from Shaanxi province, China, showing a kindergarten class filled with crying children. Amid ...

Kids love screen time, and parents appreciate the distraction from time to time. But it’s important to not only limit the amount of screen time kids get but also ensure they’re watching ...

The gym caters to children with autism, special needs and neurotypical ... a teen lounge and a calming room for when children are overstimulated. “We want to make sure that it’s inclusive ...

Autistic children – and adults – often communicate differently to neurotypical people. Key characteristics of autistic speech can include less eye contact, focusing on the details rather than ...