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Understanding High Functioning Autism

Understanding High Functioning Autism

High functioning autism, a subset of autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to individuals who have average or above-average intellectual abilities. They can exhibit strong verbal skills and may demonstrate exceptional talents in certain academic or creative fields. ...
How to Explain Social Cues to Your Neurodivergent Child

How to Explain Social Cues to Your Neurodivergent Child

Navigating the complex world of social interactions can be particularly challenging for neurodivergent children. Unlike their neurotypical peers, these unique learners may not instinctively pick up on social cues. These children may return home from school, claiming...
How To Take Action When Your Child Is Bullied

How To Take Action When Your Child Is Bullied

If your child has been repetitively bullied, you know the torrent of emotions it can bring up: anxiety, outrage, sadness, and, more than anything, helplessness.  Feeling helpless, however, does not mean you are completely powerless. As a parent, your role is pivotal...
Using Visuals to Make Transitions Easier for Unique Learners

Using Visuals to Make Transitions Easier for Unique Learners

Transitions are difficult for all of us. Suddenly switching gears, stopping what you’re doing no matter how invested you are, embarking on a new journey…for many people, changes in the day are not always welcome. For children with unique needs, such as those with...
5 Tips to Hone Social Skills at Home

5 Tips to Hone Social Skills at Home

We are officially halfway through summer and, even though you planned an ideal summer for your child, full of camps and vacations, social skills seem to have taken a backseat. Or, maybe your child is having a great time in our Extended School Year program or another...
4 Ways to Support a Neurodiverse Child in the Home Environment

4 Ways to Support a Neurodiverse Child in the Home Environment

Happy summer! Time for a slower pace, a lot more free time, and more family adventures. However, for those with children with autism, ADHD, or anxiety, summer can feel like a major disruption to a well-oiled machine. With so much predictability out the window, and...
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